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Sponsored by the Grundy County Agricultural Society

Grundy County Fairgrounds

The Fairgrounds are on the south edge of town. Enter the Fairgrounds on 4th Street or 1st Street.

Parking is allowed on the grass area along the fence line, to the North of the main Fairground Road and on the south side of the Fairgrounds Buildings 1. Building #1 2. Upper Bathrooms 3. Swine Barn 4. Sheep Barn 5. Upper Show Arena & 4-H Office 6. Dairy Barn 7. Poultry Barn 8. Gazebo 9. Rabbit Barn

10. Open Class Exhibits 11. Horse Arena 12. Beef Barn 13. Wheelock Building 14. Bucket Calf Barn 15. Alumni Building 16. Exhibit Building & Bathrooms 17. Shelter

TABLE OF CONTENTS FAIR SCHEDULE……………………………………………………………………………… FAIR OFFICIALS………………………………………………………………………………. BUILDING SUPERVISION SCHEDULES……………………………………………………. GENERAL INFORMATION Lost & Found ……………………………………………………………………….…... Complaint Procedure……………………………………………………………………. Grundy County 4H & FFA Show Premiums……………………………………………. Alcohol Policy ………………………………………………………………………….. Overnight & Camping Information……………………………………………………... Fair Superintendent Responsibilities……………………………………………………. Iowa Youth Code of Ethics……………………………………………………………... DIVISION I: LIVESTOCK General Livestock Information………………………………………………………… HERDSMANSHIP……………………………………………………………………… BEEF……………………………………………………………………………………. DAIRY & DAIRY GOAT……………………………………………………………… DOG…………………………………………………………………………………….. HORSE & PONY……………………………………………………………………….. LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST…………………………………………………… MEAT GOAT…………………………………………………………………………… PETS…………………………………………………………………………………….. POULTRY………………………………………………………………………………. RABBIT………………………………………………………………………………… SHEEP…………………………………………………………………………………... SWINE………………………………………………………………………………….. DIVISION II: CLOVER KIDS BUCKET BOTTLE CALF……………………………………………………………... BOTTLE LAMB………………………………………………………………………... LITTLE CHICKS……………………………………………………………………….. LITTLE RABBITS……………………………………………………………………… NEW! CLOVER PONY……………………………………………………………….. NEW! PETS…………………………………………………………………………….. DIVISION III: NON-LIVESTOCK General Non-Livestock Information……………………………………………………. Elements & Principles of Design……………………………………………………….. Fairgrounds Decorating …………………………….………………………………….. Onsite Garden Judging………………………………………………………………….. Section 1: Animals…………………………………………………………………….... Section 2: Ag & Natural Resources…………………………………………………….. Section 3: Creative Arts………………………………………………………………… Section 4: Family & Consumer Science………………………………………………… Section 5: Personal Development……………………………………………………….. Section 6: Science, Engineering & Technology………………………………………… DIVISION IV: FASHION SHOW……………………………………………………………… DIVISION V: COMMUNICATIONS………………………………………………………….. DIVISION VI: OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS Non-Livestock…………………………………………………………………………... Jennie Bakker Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest………………………………………… Drew Scott Memorial Open Sheep Show………………………………………………. Open Llama Show…………………………………………………………………….… GRUNDY COUNTY FAIR QUEEN & KING…………………………………………………

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Grundy County Fair July 22nd - 27th, 2013 Monday, July 22nd, 2013 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Non Livestock Judging Poultry Check In / Pollurium Testing Rabbit Check In Dairy / Dairy Goat Check In Bucket Bottle Calf Check In Share the Fun & Fashion Show Fair Queen and King Announcement & Adult 4-H Awards Non Livestock Building Open to the Public Fair Kick Off Party….Christian Rock Band

Tuesday July 23rd, 2013 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 9:30 am – 4:30 pm 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m 5:00 p.m.

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm 8:00 pm 8:30 pm 9:00 p.m.

Swine Check In / Weigh In Non Livestock and Open Class Buildings Open Beef Check In / Weigh In Quilt Appraisals w/Val Bonk at Building #1 Sheep & Meat Goat Check In / Weigh In Little Rabbits Show Rabbit Show Bucket Calf Workshop Horse Check In Horse Show

Dog Show Date Night @ the Fair / Free Meal & A Movie 5pm – 7pm Meal (sponsored by Green Belt Bank & Trust) The Johnson’s (Family Music) 5pm – 9pm Fancy Car Show Off Jennie Bakker Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest Check In Jennie Bakker Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest Judging Grundy County FFA Ag Olympics Little Kids Dance (K-5) Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest Winners Announced & Cookie Auction Kiss a Pig Contest Winner Announced Before Movie Movie Under the Stars: (sponsored by Dekalb/ASGROW)

Wednesday, July 24th, 2013 Farm Bureau Day 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m.

Pancake Breakfast (Sponsored by Grundy County Banks) Swine Show

8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Non Livestock and Open Class Building Open Farm Bureau Treasure Hunt Farm Credit Watermelon Feed Family Fair (sponsored by Operation Threshold) Inflatables Games (sponsored by Farm Bureau) Balloon Animals w/Anna Love Clover Kid Pet Show FREE Frozen Treat (Sponsored by the Grundy County Wellness Coalition) Livestock Judging Contest Zumba (Sponsored by the Grundy County Wellness Coalition) Bucket Calf Interviews & Show Family Fun Night Fair Teen Dance

2:00 pm 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 3:30 p.m. 5:15pm 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

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Thursday, July 25th, 2013 AG DAY All Day 7:15 a.m. 7:30 am 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.

Open Tractor Show (North of Grandstands) Park Tractors for display between 8-12 Broiler Check In / Weigh In (Clean & Dry) Free Breakfast for Crop Marketing Attendees & Tractor Ride Participants Only Poultry Show w/ Little Chick Show Crop Marketing Program Tractor Ride (Leave Fairgrounds & Head to Hawkeye Comm. College)

9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Non Livestock and Open Class Buildings Open No Fit Beef Showmanship Working Exhibits & Presentations (awards, clean up & out by 330) YMCA Carnival (Wristband $5.00) Trade Show Set Up Trade Show Farmers Market “Fresh at the Market” Turn your farm fresh produce into healthy dishes for your family. Recipes and demonstration sponsored by Grundy Memorial Hospital Dieticians.

5:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. TBA 6:30 p.m.

Sweet Corn Feed Sheep Show & Bottle Lamb Show Antique Tractor Parade (will start when tractor ride participants return) Tractor Pull

Friday, July 26th, 2013 Sponsor & Exhibitor Appreciation Day 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. After Beef Show 4:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

Non Livestock & Open Class Buildings Open to the Public Beef Show Dairy / Dairy Goat Show Beef Exhibitor Potluck Pedal Tractor Pull (Sponsored by Grundy County FFA) Pet Show 5th Annual Drew Scott Memorial Open Sheep Show (Points Sanctioned Heartland Youth Association)

7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:00 pm – 12:00 pm

National Micro Mini Tractor Pull Trailer Races & Demolition Derby Fireworks After Dark Band: Dennis Wayne Gang

Saturday, July 27th, 2013 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm 4:00 pm 2:00 p.m. 8:00 pm – 12:00 pm

All Exhibits Released (check in to Non Livestock Building no later than 8:30 am) Fair Clean Up (Non livestock building clean up will not start until all exhibits are checked out by owner) Fair Clean-Up Picnic to Follow (Fair Clean Up Help Only!)

National Micro Mini Tractor Pull Open Llama Show Dirty Open (Mud Volleyball) Small Town Throw Down (Bean Bag Tournament) Jay Clyde Band Prairieland Pullers (Garden Tractor Pull) National Micro Mini Tractor Pull Lonesome Road

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Grundy County Fair Officials www.grundycountyfair.com 4-H & Extension Office……………………………………………………………319-824-6979 Fair Board Office…………………………………………………………………..319-824-2311 Fair Veterinarian Kurt Steckelberg………………………………………………641-485-5878

Grundy County Fair Board President……………………………………………………………………………….Ron Flater Vice President…………….………………………………………………….…Jared Gutknecht Treasurer…………………………………………………………………...…….…Kyle Dudden Secretary……………………………………………………………………..……….Jan Greany Directors: Darwin Cannegieter Jarrod Bakker Richard Benson Logan Clark Jeff Greiner

Jon Hilliard Zach Klaver Curt Kyhl Curt Mackie Lynn Pakala

Sarah Pakala Jerry Schmidt Rick Schmidt Dennis Van Loh Brandon Van Loh

Grundy County Extension Staff Extension Administrator…………………………………………………….. Shari Sell-Bakker County 4-H & Youth Coordinator…………………………………………… Andrea Traeger Region 9 4-H & Youth Field Specialist………………………………….. Connie Cunningham Office Assistant……………………………………………………………….… Ashley Kitzman Summer 4-H & Youth Assistant……………………………………………… Kelsey Mumm Grundy County 4-H Youth Committee: Karen Benson Bill Noteboom Jodi Dinsdale Sarah Pakala Kyle Dudden Jean Schmidt Deb Green Bonnie Shinn (Ext. Council Liaison) Jake Hooper Shelly Luiken

Youth Members Craig Schott Maddie Ehrhardt

Grundy County FFA Advisors Grundy Center………………………………………………………………….Amber Greiman Gladbrook Reinbeck………………………………………………………………….Jeff Mayes Aplington Parkersburg…………………………………………………………….Carlton Ness AGWSR……………………………………………………………………………..James Abbas Hudson……………………………………………………………………………..Dennis Deppe

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Grundy County 4-H Clubs & Leaders Buck Grove Buckaneers Black Hawk Nighthawks Clay Busy Bees Colfax Future Farmers Lincoln Jr. Farmers Palermo Clovers Shiloh Sunny Smilers Washington Wranglers Shooting Sports Robo Maniacs

Barb Cunningham Malissa Martin & Bonnie Shinn Jackie Stevens, Carrie Smith & Deb Green Tammy Venenga Lori Mulder, Maureen Daley, Julianne Johnston & Jenny Brouwer Eileen Flater Cindy VanHeiden & Nancy Stahl Heather Greiner & Jodi Dinsdale Kevin Sawyer & Bronson Cunningham Brian & Elizabeth Steinmeyer

Building Supervision Schedules Building Supervision Schedules are for ALL Clubs and Rabbit & Poultry Exhibitors! 1. At least two people should be in the building at all times. 2. Arrive 5 Minutes prior to your shift. If a replacement does not arrive in 15 minutes of their assigned time, one of the supervisors should notify the 4-H office on the fairgrounds.

3. Do NOT leave the building unsupervised or until the next supervisors arrive. 4. Building Supervisorsâ€™ Responsibilities: a. Greet people coming in to the building b. Help visitors find exhibits c. Make sure that no damage takes place or animals are taken out of cages by someone other than the exhibitor d. May also sweep or pick up garbage if needed e. Answer questions about 4-H 5. If you have a schedule conflict you must find your own replacement.

NOTE: Projects cannot be taken out before release time on Saturday. Early removal of an exhibit will result in forfeiting of premium money. See Schedule on next pageâ€Ś

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Building Supervision Schedule Date & Time

Exhibit Building

Monday

R abb i t B u i l d i n g

Po u l t r y Building

These spots will be assigned to families exhibiting Rabbits

These spots will be assigned to families exhibiting Poultry

4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

B u c k G r o ve B u c ka n e e rs

Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

C l ay B u s y B e e s Pa l e r m o C l o ve r s

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

L i n c o l n J r. Fa r m e r s Wa s h i n gt o n Wr a n g le r s C o l f a x F u t u re Fa r m e r s S h i l o h S u n n y S m i le r s

Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

L i n c o l n J r. Fa r m e r s Wa s h i n gt o n Wr a n g le r s Pa l e r m o C l o ve r s C o l f a x F u t u re Fa r m e r s Ro b o M a n i a c s B l a c k H a w k N i g h t h aw ks

Thursday

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

S h i l o h S u n n y S m i le r s B u c k G r o ve B u c ka n e e rs C l ay B u s y B e e s

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

L i n c o l n J r. Fa r m e r s B l a c k H a w k N i g h t h aw ks Pa l e r m o C l o ve r s

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

B l a c k H a w k N i g h t h aw ks S h i l o h S u n n y S m i le r s B u c k G r o ve B u c ka n e e rs C o l f a x F u t u re Fa r m e r s C l ay B u s y B e e s

Ro b o M a n i a c s

Clubs are assigned time for the Exhibit Building Only! Rabbit & Poultry Exhibitors are assigned time to each of those buildings but are also invited to sign up to watch the Rabbit & Poultry buildings prior to the times being assigned. Volunteers are also welcome. Contact Extension Office at 319-824-6979.

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Grundy County Fair Rules & Regulations Fair Lost & Found The Fair Lost & Found can be located at the 4-H Office on the fairgrounds. Items that are not claimed by the last day of fair will be taken to the Extension Office. Items will remain in the Extension Office for a period of two weeks. Unclaimed items will be disposed of.

Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and the superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or the arena.

Complaint Filing Procedure Anyone who has a complaint must follow procedure! Complaining to your superintendent, staff, or Fair Board member without following procedure will not achieve any results. 1. Complaints MUST be filed in written form and signed by the person with the complaint. 2. Complaints must be filed at the 4-H office on the fairgrounds during the week of fair. Complaints will not be accepted after the fair. 3. Complaints will be reviewed & all joint decisions of the Fair Board, CYC & Extension Staff, and Youth Committee will be final.

Grundy County 4-H & FFA Show Premiums The Grundy County Fair Association has set aside $7,000 to be distributed among the fair exhibitors. Grundy County Fair Participants are eligible for premium funds. Clover kids will receive $1.00 per exhibit. Checks will be issued by the fair association based on the records of ribbon placing kept by superintends and extension staff.

CHECKS MUST BE CASHED IMMEDIATELY! ALL checks issued by the Agricultural Society (Fair Board) are VOID if they are not cashed with 60 days of the date issued. After 60 days from the date on the check and will become a donation to the Fair Board. If you do not wish to receive a premium check from your fair exhibits please contact the Extension Staff prior to Fair.

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Alcohol Policy No one is allowed to bring any beer or alcoholic beverage(s) onto the fairgrounds. Absolutely no alcohol in any barns or buildings and anyone caught will be asked to leave the buildings. Exception to the policy will be camp ground sites.

Camping & Overnight Policy The Grundy County Fair Board allows exhibitors to stay overnight at the fairgrounds. Fair Camping Rules Must Be Followed. For a complete listing of Camping Rules and an application please go to the Grundy County Fair Websiteâ€Ś www.grundycountyfair.com and click on the Camping Tab. General Overnight Rules and Regulations for Exhibitors are as follows: 1. All 4-H and FFA members staying overnight must have a chaperone who is at least 18 years of age and is approved by the fair board officers. 2. No chaperone may be responsible for more than 3 exhibitors. 3. All persons staying overnight must camp in the designated camping area. There will be no sleeping in the barns. 4. All persons must be in bed by midnight. Anyone failing to observe this curfew will be required to leave the fairgrounds. 5. No bicycles, mopeds, motocycles, 4-Wheelers, Gators, Rangers or golf carts are allowed by campers on the fairgrounds.

The Grundy County Fair and Agricultural Society, Extension Staff, 4-H Youth Committee, and Superintendents shall not be responsible or liable for any accidents that may happen during the fair, nor shall they be responsible for any damage, loss, or stolen property including death loss of livestock. To avoid possible error and to conform to the rules of the Society, read them carefully before making entries.

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Fair Superintendent Rules & Responsibilities Non-Livestock, Fashion Show & Communication Superintendents: Pre Fair 1. Confirm position as Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent with the 4-H County Youth Coordinator 2. Submit any needs or repairs in writing to the Extension Office. Requests will be forwarded to the appropriate group 3. Attend 1 Pre-Fair Meeting with the Fair Planning Committee 4. Attend Fair Clean Up on Saturday, July 20th & Help with setting up the Non-Livestock Building, Alumni Building for Judging, and Stage for Communication Events. 5. Make proper arrangements for the event (judging, building arrangements, stage, table set up, etc) you supervise. 6. Help find volunteers to assist during Judging & while setting up the arrangement of projects for display. 7. All purchasing power for supplies to be vested in the executive committee of the fair board 8. Make sure that no alternations are made to any facilities without the permission of the Fair Board. Week of Fair 1. Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the event. This gives you time to pick up your box of supplies & awards from the 4-H Fair Office, check on last minutes set up needs, and check in exhibitors. If there is more to set up you will need more time. 2. If your show box & awards are not already at your event you need to pick them up from the 4-H Office on the fairgrounds. 3. Greet the judge for you event and answer any questions. Should your judge not arrive 30 minutes prior to the event please let the 4-H Fair Office know and they will call the judge for you. 4. Greet your volunteers and tell them what you need them to do. 5. Instruct judges to enable them to decide all questions that may come up for consideration in accordance with the rules and regulations specified. 6. Prevent as much as possible the handling of exhibits. 7. Record results in the Show Binder. If you have any questions during the show check with the CYC. 8. Announce & hand out awards when applicable. 9. Put away supplies and tear down after the show 10. Return show box, unused awards, & results to the 4-H Office immediately after the show. 11. Help make this a positive experience for our youth and families the best you can. Post Fair 1. Communicate with the CYC your intent for the position as Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent for the next year fair. 2. Submit any needs or repairs in writing to the Extension Office. Requests will be forwarded to the appropriate group. 3. Attend the Fair Follow Up Meeting if possible.

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Livestock & Livestock Judging Superintendents: Pre-Fair 1. Confirm position as Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent with the 4-H County Youth Coordinator. 2. Submit any needs or repairs in writing to the Extension Office. Requests will be forwarded to the appropriate group. 3. Attend 1 Pre-Fair Meeting with the Fair Planning Committee. 4. Review rules in fair book and discuss any change requests with the CYC. 5. Help with the Weigh In for the species you supervise. 6. Attend Fair Clean Up on Saturday, July 20th & Help with set up of the building you supervise. 7. Make proper arrangements for the event (judging, building arrangements, stage, table set up, etc) you supervise. 8. All purchasing power for supplies to be vested in the executive committee of the fair board. 9. Make sure that no alternations are made to any facilities without the permission of the Fair Board. Week of Fair 1. Be on the grounds early in the morning the first day and each succeeding day of the fair. 2. Superintendents are in charge of all animals and articles in their department. Livestock stalls are assigned by 4-H staff and a layout is given to superintendent. 3. Assure that all the animals are cared for during the week. 4. If there are any animal Health Concerns the superintendent should notify the 4-H Office. 5. All early release decisions are made by the 4-H Staff, Youth Committee, & Fair Baord. 6. Livestock Check Ins & Weigh Ins: a. Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to check ins & weigh ins. b. Assign jobs to volunteers. County Council will be available to help. c. Absolutely NO Show Binders leave the grounds! d. Show Sheets must be posted as soon as possible. Swine must be posted by 5pm Tuesday. Beef & Sheep must be posted no later than 5pm Wednesday. This allows time for families to check the list, for everyone to make any corrections needed, & to repost before the shows. 7. Prevent as much as possible the handling of exhibits. 8. Livestock Show Responsibilities a. Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the event. This gives you time to pick up your box of supplies & awards from the 4-H Fair Office, check on last minute set up needs, and check in exhibitors. If there is more to set up you will need more time. b. Help arrange animals for exhibition for the best advantage of the spectators and judges. c. Make proper arrangements for showing and the show arena set up prior to show time. d. Greet the judge & volunteers for your event and answer any questions should your judge not arrive 30 minutes prior to the event please let the 4-H Fair Office know and they will call the judge for you. e. Instruct judges to enable them to decide all questions that may come up for consideration in accordance with the rules and regulations specified. 12 12

f. Record results in the Show Binder. If you have any questions during the show, check with the CYC. g. Announce & hand out Awards when applicable. Thank your judges. h. Put away supplies, and tear down after the show. i. Return show box, unused awards & results to the 4-H Office immediately after the show. Help make this a positive experience for our youth and families the best you can. Post Fair 1. Communicate with the CYC your intent for the position as Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent for the next year fair. 2. Submit any needs or repairs in writing to the Extension Office. Requests will be forwarded to the appropriate group. 3. Attend the Fair Follow Up Meeting.

FAIR SUPERINTENDENT PRE â€“ FAIR MEETINGS SCHEDULED Please try to attend one of the following meetings: July 16th

7:00 pm

at the Grundy County Fairgrounds

July 20th

8:00 am

at the Grundy County Fairgrounds

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IOWA YOUTH CODE OF ETHICS Youth are expected to be sincere, honest, and act in sportsmanlike ways at all times. Youth represent the entire program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club, and the entire youth program. All adults involved with the youth program, leaders as wells as parents, are expected to set positive examples and serve as positive role models by what they say and do. Any youth who breaks the Code of Ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into violating the Code of Ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards, and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibiting at this and future exhibitions including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibitions. Youth agree to follow these guidelines:

1. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age and physical and mental development. This includes research and writing of exhibit explanations, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc.), care and grooming of animals, etc. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me. 2. All exhibits will b e a true representation of my work. Any attempt to take credit for otherâ€™s work, alter the conformation of animals, or alter their performance is prohibited. Copyright violation or allowing others to complete your exhibit is considered misrepresentation and is prohibited. 3. I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals. 4. I will present exhibits that are safe for consumption. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibition. 5. All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers and shall have met all withdrawal times for all medications, and be free of volatile drug residue. 6. If any animal requires medical treatment while at the fair or exhibition, only the Official State Fair Veterinarian may administer the treatment. All medications that are administered shall be done according to the label instructions of the medication used. 7. My animalâ€™s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medications, external applications, and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibition. 8. I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested will provide the necessary documentation. 9. I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibition, according to the state health requirements as printed in the Premium Book of the fair or exhibition. I will provide animal health certificates from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibition. 10. By my entering an animal in this fair or exhibition, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or exhibition to obtain any specimens of urine, saliva, blood, or other substances from the animal to be used in testing. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved ad all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample take from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise. 11. I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this Code on my behalf. By my entering an exhibit in this fair or exhibition I will accept any disciplinary action taken by management of this fair or exhibition for any violation of this Code of Ethics and any other rules of completion of the fair or exhibition without recourse against the fair or exhibition. 12. I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer, both good and not so good, and how to live with and learn from the outcome. 13. I will not be involved in any illegal activities while participating in 4-H and FFA events, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco or drug us. 14 14

DIVISION I LIVESTOCK Superintendents: Beef Dairy & Dairy Goat Dog Livestock Judging Meat Goat Pets Poultry Rabbit Sheep Swine

Zach Klaver Kayla Kyle & Dennis Van Loh Reka Lizer Ole Cleveland Heather Greiner & Byron Mulder Annie Grimm Jared Gutknecht Jarrod Bakker

Exhibitor Eligibility: 1. Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th â€“ 12th grade 2. Grundy County FFA Members 9th-12th grade up to the age of 21 G-R FFA, AGWSR FFA, A-P FFA, Grundy Center FFA, & Hudson FFA Chapters

3. Currently Enrolled Clover Kids who have completed K-3rd grade

Livestock Show Schedules (see each specie for a complete schedule): Beef Friday, July 26th 9:00 am Dairy & Dairy Goat Friday, July 26th 10:30 am rd Dog Tuesday, July 23 4:00 pm Livestock Judging Contest Wednesday, July 24th 3:30 pm Meat Goat TBA Pets Friday, July 26th 4:30 pm th Poultry Thursday, July 25 8:00 am Rabbit Tuesday, July 23rd 1:00 pm th Sheep Thursday, July 25 5:30 pm Swine Wednesday, July 24th 8:30 pm

Livestock 2013 Health Requirements Please review the 2013 Health Requirements. Detailed information is available at: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4hfiles/agriculture/2013StateHealthRequirements.pdf

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Attention ALL Livestock Exhibitors! General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

ALL 4-H Exhibitors MUST attend at least four local club meetings to be eligible to participate at Fair. Excused absences will not count. All exhibitors must complete & submit fair entries on time! Failure to complete or submit fair entries will make you ineligible to exhibit at the Grundy County Fair. Late Entries: $10.00 / Late Fee Accepted July 3rd. NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER JULY 3RD. / NO LATE ENTRIES FOR STATE FAIR! NO EXCEPTATIONS!

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting a. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. b. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. c. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibt removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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HERDSMANSHIP The purpose of the Herdsmanship Award is to promote a cleaner & safer environment in the barns. Fair is a place where Grundy County 4-H & FFA animals are showcased. For many people who do not know much about animals and their behavior, care, etc; everything on the fairgrounds including our 4-H and FFA members should be the best it can be! The Herdsmanship Award will go to the top Club or Chapter. This will be judged randomly each day of the fair including show day for each species. Beef, sheep, Swine, Dairy, Rabbits, & Poultry will be judged two times per day of the fair including their show day. Horse will not be judged because of their short time on the grounds but Horse Exhibitors are asked to pick up the area around your trailer after the show. 2010 Herdsmanship Winner: Clay Busy Bees 2011 Herdsmanship Winner: Buck Grove Buckaneers 2012 Herdsmanship Winner: Lincoln Jr. Farmers

Scoring 1. Cleanliness of alleys, stalls, and pens……………………………………………..50 pts. Clean alley in front of stalls & pens Clean stall & pen (bedding adequate, bright, clean and in place.) Animals securely tied or penned Manure hauled & deposited in proper place Clean Water & Feed Boxes (Feed boxes in front of animal only at feeding time) 2. Arrangement of the Exhibit……………………………………………………….15 pts. Exhibits lined up in an attractive manner Hay and bedding are neat and orderly Feed, show boxes, and other gear stored neatly 3. Appearance of Animals……………………………………………………………20 pts. Animal Clean and brushed 4. Stall Cards………………………………………………………………………….15 pts. Visible Stall Card (Able to be read from the alley, clean and neatly arranged.) Completed Information on Stall Cards 5. Bonus Points……………………………………………………………………… 25 pts. 4-H or FFA member caught helping another youth Club or Chapter sign hung in barn TOTAL POINTS…………………………………………………………………………125 pts. Herdsmanship standings will be posted at the fair office.

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BEEF Superintendent: Zach Klaver Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: December 15th 8:00am – 10:00am

Beef Weigh In @ Hawkeye Comm. College

February 1st

Verify Market Beef Weigh In Data on 4honline It is recommended that you complete this by January 15 th. You will receive a reminder to do this. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to verify all information entered for their market beef project by this deadline.

May 15th

July 1st

County & State Fair Entry Deadline This includes: Livestock Entry form & Stall Fees, Communications, Fashion Show, On Site Garden & Code of Ethics. Non-Livestock Entry forms are entered at the Judging Entry Table on Entry Day.

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Beef Must Be Penned By: Beef Weigh In/Check In: Check Show Sheets

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Tuesday, July 23rd 9:45 am Tuesday, July 23rd 10:00am Wednesday, July 24th after 5pm

Notify the 4-H office ASAP if corrections are needed

No-Fit Beef Showmanship Cow/Calf Check In: Breeding & Market Beef Show Beef Exhibitor Potluck Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Thursday, July 25th 10:00 am Friday, July 26th 8:00 am th Friday, July 26 9:00 am Following Breeding & Market Beef Show Saturday, July 27th 8:00 – 9:00am Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

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NO LATE ENTRIES FOR STATE FAIR! NO EXCEPTATIONS! Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting a. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. b. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. c. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section A: Herdsmanship All exhibitors are expected to keep their stall clean during the fair. This also includes cleaning out stalls when you leave the fair. Any exhibitor who does not clean their stall will forfeit any premiums won. All exhibitors will be included in Herdsmanship Judging. See the Herdsmanship section of the fair book for rules.

Section B: No Fit Beef Showmanship No Fit Beef Showmanship Show: Thursday, July 26th 10:30 a.m. 1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. It is highly recommended for any beef exhibitors and all juniors to gain experience in the arena. Entry prior to fair is not required. Exhibitors must sign up for No Fit Beef Showmanship at the Fair Weigh In. Showmanship will be split into three divisions: (Grades are as of the 2012-2013 School Year) Senior…………………………………………... Youth Grades 10-12 Intermediate……………………………………. Youth Grades 7-9 Junior…………………………………………… Youth Grades 4-6 Show order will be Senior, Intermediate, Junior Divisions. This Demonstration Show will not take place of the traditional Showmanship on Friday. Ribbons will be given. No Premium Money will be given. No Fit Rules a. Wash and Comb and Blow Dry Only b. No Grooming c. No adhesives, substances or coloring agents are to be used. No Fit Beef Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………

Section C: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Friday, July 26th immediately following Market Beef 1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 10-12 Intermediate Showmanship……………… Youth Grades 7-9 Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-6 First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………..………………

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Section D: Breeding Beef Heifers and Cows Breeding Beef Show: Friday, July 27th 9:00 am 1. 2. 3.

5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Animals shown in this section may not compete in any market beef classes. Entries in the heifer classes are open to purebred and commercial animals born between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2012. Exhibitors must have possession of purchased animals by May 1. Entries must have been listed on 4honline or ID forms and filed at the Extension Office prior to May 15 th. All breeding beef must have a tattoo or ear tag. Lost tags must be replaced & reported prior to fair check in. Purebred animals require registration papers. The animal may be registered in the exhibitor’s name or in the name of an immediate family member. The registration papers must be shown to a member of the beef committee at check-in. Failure to show proper papers disqualifies the animal from the Purebred classes. All Registered and Purebred animals ID’ed by tattoo will be brought to the scale for verification. Grundy County born animals must have a statement filed at the Extension Office including the name, address, and signature of the breeder by May 15 to be recognized at the county fair. A maximum of six entries in Section C: with a maximum of two per class may be brought per exhibitor. There will be no more than 10 animals per class. Cow/calves may be brought and taken home the day of the show.

Heifer Classes 110-01-01 110-01-02 110-01-03 110-01-04 110-01-05 110-01-06 110-01-07 110-01-08 110-01-09 110-01-10 110-01-11

Angus……………………………………………………………………………………6 Red Angus……………………………………………………………………………….6 Hereford…………………………………………………………………………………6 Shorthorn………………………………………………………………………………...6 Chianina………………………………………………………………………………….6 Simmental………………………………………………………………………………..6 Gelbvieh…………………………………………………………………...……………..6 Maine Anjou………………………………………………………………..……………6 Texas Longhorns……………………………………………………………..………….6 Other Breeds…………………………………………………………………..………...6 Commercial…………………………………………………………………..………….6

Cow / Calf Classes 110-20-01 110-20-02 110-20-03 110-20-04 110-20-05 110-20-06 110-20-07 110-20-08 110-20-09 110-20-10 110-20-11

Angus……………………………………………………………………..……………..6 Red Angus………………………………………………………………….…………...6 Hereford…………………………………………………………………….…………..6 Shorthorn……………………………………………………………………………….6 Chianina………………………………………………………………………………...6 Simmental………………………………………………………………………………6 Gelbvieh………………………………………………………………………………...6 Maine Anjou……………………………………………………………………………6 Texas Longhorns…………………………………………………….………………….6 Other Breeds…………………………………………………………………………....6 Commercial……………………………………………………………………………..6

Grundy County Born Breeding Beef 110-50-01

Grundy County Born Breeding Beef …………………………………..……………..6

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Section E: Prospect Feeder Calf Class 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Calves should be born after January 1st Exhibitor must have possession of purchased animal by 5/1/2013. All Calves must be identified by the May 15th Livestock ID deadline or noted that there is an Intent to Participate. The calves from the cow/calf class are eligible to show in the Feeder Calf Class. Exhibitors (4th-12th grade) who have a bucket calf are eligible to exhibit that animal in the feeder calf class. However, it must be your own animal and not exhibited by someone in the bucket calf class. Classes by will be determined at fair.

100-35-01

Prospect Feeder Calf Class………………………………..……………………..………………6

Section F: Market Beef Market Beef Show: Friday, July 27th 9:00 am All entries must have been weighed and tagged at the weigh-in December 15th, 2012. Exhibitors may weigh & tag a maximum of 10 head. Entries must have been listed on 4honline or livestock identification forms filed at the Extension Office prior to May 15. 2. Entries must be owned by the exhibitor. 3. Each exhibitor is limited to four market beef entries. 4. All market beef animals must be dehorned. 5. Classes will be divided into classes of no more than 10 calves according to fair weights. 6. Minimum fair weights will be 1000 lbs. for steers and 950 lbs. for heifers. A feeder class will be held for calves under minimum weight. 7. Painting, dyeing, and use of color agents on beef animals are not allowed. Exhibitors can use colored grooming aids on hooves only. Beef projects showing evidence of this will not be permitted into the show ring. 8. Grundy County born calves must have a statement filed at the Extension Office including the name, address, and signature of the breeder by May 15 to be recognized at the county fair. 9. All market beef animals will be entered in the rate of gain contest. The top ten will be recognized. 10. Only market animals exhibited in market classes with beginning weights are eligible for carcass class. 11. Beef entered in the carcass contest will be scanned during the fair weigh-in. Scanning fee is $15.00 per head. Grundy County Beef Producers are paying half of the scanning fee. Participants will be responsible for paying the other half of the scanning fee and must be paid before the day of the show in order to participate. Carcass class placing will be determined with scan results and weight gain. Animals will not be slaughtered. 12. Dairy beef animals must be at least 50% dairy breeding to be eligible. Dairy animals will be shown in their own class with the 1st and 2nd place animals eligible to compete for grand champion animal. 1.

Market Classes 100-01-01 100-10-01 100-20-01 100-15-01 100-40-01

Market Beef Steers………………………………………………………………………6 Market Heifers…………………………………………………………………….…….6 Dairy Beef…………………………………………………....…………………….……6 Carcass Class (office use only)……………………………………….………………....6 Market Feeder Class (office use only)…………………………………………………...6

Grundy County Born Market Beef 100-50-01

Grundy County Born Market Beef ………………………………………..……………..6

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Dairy Cattle & Dairy Goat Superintendent: Kayla Kyhl Assistant Superintendent: Dennis VanLoh Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 15th

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Dairy Check In: NEW!!! Dairy Show: Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th Monday, July 22nd Friday, July 26th Saturday, July 27th Saturday, July 27th

9:00am 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 10:30 am 8:00 – 9:00am 9:00am

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General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

10.

Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting a. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. b. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. c. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended e. All DAIRY EXHIBITORS must dress in white pants and white dress shirt or county 4-H or FFA Shirt. NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Friday, July 26th immediately following Diary & Dairy Goat Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2012-2013 school year) Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 9-12 Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-8 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

Showmanship……………………………………………………………………………….

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Section C: Dairy Cattle Dairy & Dairy Goat Show: Friday, July 26th 10:30 am

1. Entries are open to registered or grade dairy cattle. Exhibitors are encouraged but not required to obtain papers on grade animals making them Identified Grade Dairy Animals. Papers may be obtained through dairy breed associations or DHI. 2. Each entry must be the property of the exhibitor. Partnerships between the exhibitor and his/her parents or guardians will be accepted. 3. It is preferred that the registration papers be in the name of the exhibitor. Any name will be accepted as long as evidence can be shown that the exhibitor owns a portion of the animal and the name listed on the registration is a parent or guardian to the exhibitor. 4. Entries born before September 1, 2013 must be dehorned. 5. All dairy exhibitors must dress in white pants, and white dress shirt or county 4-H or FFA shirt. 6. If there is one animal in a class it will not necessarily be declared champion. However, if there is only one animal in a breed class they may compete for overall Supreme Champion even if the animal received a blue ribbon in its class and upon discretion of the judge. 7. NEW! ALL Dairy Cattle & Goats participating in the Dairy Show must check in on Monday, July 22nd and stay until Livestock are released on Saturday, July 27th. You are allowed to bring your own portable milker for milking cows as one will not be provided.

The age breakdown for dairy classes will be as follows: Jr. Calf…………………………………………………….born March1 – April 30, 2013 Int. Calf……………………………………………….born Dec. 1, 2012 – Feb. 28, 2013 Sr. Calf……………………………………………………...born Sept. 1 – Nov. 30, 2012 Summer Yearling…………………………………………...born June 1 – Aug. 31, 2012 Jr. Yearling………………………………………………...born March 1 – May 31, 2012 Winter Yearling……………………………………….born Dec. 1, 2011 – Feb. 28, 2012 Sr. Yearling…………………………………………..born Sept. 1, 2010 – Nov. 30, 2011 Dry cow Class 2 Yr. Old Cows……………………………………….born Sept. 1, 2010 – Aug. 31, 2011 3 Yr. Old Cows……………………………………….born Sept. 1, 2009 – Aug. 31, 2010 4 Yr. Old Cows……………………………………….born Sept. 1, 2008 – Aug. 31, 2009 Aged Cows……………………………………………………....born before Sept. 1, 2008 All Classes in this department are worth 6 points. See Class List on next page…

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Ayrshire

Jersey

150-01-01 150-01-02 150-01-03 150-01-04 150-01-05 150-01-06 150-01-07 150-01-08 150-01-09 150-01-10 150-01-11 150-01-12

Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

Brown Swiss 150-02-01 150-02-02 150-02-03 150-02-04 150-02-05 150-02-06 150-02-07 150-02-08 150-02-09 150-02-10 150-02-11 150-02-12

150-10-01

Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

Holstein Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

Guernsey 150-03-01 150-03-02 150-03-03 150-03-04 150-03-05 150-03-06 150-03-07 150-03-08 150-03-09 150-03-10 150-03-11 150-03-12

150-04-01 150-04-02 150-04-03 150-04-04 150-04-05 150-04-06 150-04-07 150-04-08 150-04-09 150-04-10 150-04-11 150-04-12

150-05-01 150-05-02 150-05-03 150-05-04 150-05-05 150-05-06 150-05-07 150-05-08 150-05-09 150-05-10 150-05-11 150-05-12

Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

Milking Shorthorn Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

150-06-01 150-06-02 150-06-03 150-06-04 150-06-05 150-06-06 150-06-07 150-06-08 150-06-09 150-06-10 150-06-11 150-06-12

Jr. Calf Int. Calf Senior Calf Summer Yearling Jr. Yearling Winter Yearling Sr. Yearling Dry Cow Class 2 Yr Old Cows 3 Yr Old Cows 4 Yr Old Cows Aged Cows

Dairy Herd……………………………………………………………………4 3 females of one breed, owned by the exhibitor. One animal must be the produce of one of the exhibitor’s dairy project animals. One animal must have either completed a production record or be currently entered in a production record test.

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Section B: Dairy Goats 1. Dairy Goats must be properly identified with tattoos or ear tags and be identified on 4-H online by May 15. 2. Only Does shall be allowed to enter. 3. Goats purchased during this 4-H year from out of state must have a negative brucellosis and tuberculosis test performed within 90 days of County Fair. A veterinarian’s documentation is needed to prove this test. 4. Scrapie Eradication Program. All reproductively intact goats that are exhibited must be tagged with a scrapie flock tag in their ear. The animal is tagged by the 4-H’er if born and raised by them, if purchased it is tagged by the seller. If purchased, you should also receive an owner statement from the seller. Registred goats may uise officially approved unique tattoo numbers instead of scrapie ear tags provided they have documentation of participation in the scrapie program from their veterinarian. 5. Exhibitors should dress in white pants, and white dress shirt or county 4-H or FFA shirt. 6. NEW! ALL Dairy Cattle & Goats participating in the Dairy Show must check in on Monday, July 22nd and stay until Livestock are released on Saturday, July 27th. You are allowed to bring your own portable milker for milking cows as one will not be provided. 160-01-01

Junior Doe……………………………………………………………………4 6 months of age or younger, not in milk and never freshened

160-01-02

Intermediate Doe…………………………………………………………….4 6-24 months of age

160-02-01

Senior Doe……………………………………………………………………4 Milkers and all does that have ever freshened regardless of age.

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DOG Superintendent: Reka Lizer Asst. Superintendent: Karen Benson Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 15th

July 1st

Dog Obedience Class

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Dog Check In: Dog Show Dogs Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Participants are invited to participate in Dog Obedience classes Taught by Reka Lizer. Classes meet on Monday nights starting June 10th to July 15th from 6pm – 8 pm at the Grundy County Fairgrounds. You must sign up at the Extension Office in advance. A copy of the Rabies vaccination must be turned in to the Extension Office in order to be eligible to participate.

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Tuesday, July 23rd 3:30 pm Tuesday, July 23rd 4:00 pm Immediately Following Show Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

Dog Class Rules: 1. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required for dogs. 2. All dogs must be either on a lead or in a cage or box. 3. All dogs should be well groomed, free of loose hair, fleas, lice, and ticks. Toe nails should be of suitable length and the eyes and ears clean and clear. 4. Any bitch in season may not be shown. Livestock 2013 Health Requirements Please review the 2013 Health Requirements. Detailed information is available at: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4hfiles/agriculture/2013StateHealthRequirements.pdf 29 29

General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

10.

Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting d. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. e. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. f. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section A: Obedience Class 1.

Exhibitor and dog experience determine class level. In future years show scores will be used to determine class level along with experience of the exhibitor and dog. A qualifying score is achieved when an exhibitor earns 170 points or more and achieves 50% of the points or better for each exercise in their class. When an exhibitor achieves this standard they must advance to the next class with the exception of Novice “B” and Graduate Novice “B”. However, an exhibitor may advance to the next level without a qualifying score. An exhibitor who does not achieve a qualifying score may remain in the same class for the following year; the lonely exception to this is for Pre-Novice “A” exhibitors who must advance to Pre-Novice “B” the next year.

2. 3.

Ribbons will be awarded on the following points earned

Purple – 190-200 points Blue – 170-189 ½ points Red – 150-169 ½ points White – 149 ½ or lower 200-01-01

Pre Novice “A” …………………………………………………………………..2 For dogs and exhibitors in their first year of 4-H dog obedience training. Dogs will heel, stand for examination and do the figure 8 all on leash. They will recall on leash and do sits for one minute and downs for three minutes on leash. Dogs must not have finished their third leg toward any CD degree.

200-01-02

Pre Novice “B”…………………………………………………………………...2 For exhibitors who are in their second year or greater of dog obedience or for exhibitors who have not achieved a qualifying score in Pre-Novice “A” or for first year project exhibitors who have experience. Dogs will hell, stand for examination and do figure 8 all on leash. They will recall on leash and do long sits for one minute and long downs for 3 minutes on leash. Dogs must not have finished any leg towards any CD degree.

200-01-03

Novice “A”………………………………………………………………………..2 For exhibitors in second year or greater of dog obedience who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-H dog obedience show in a Pre-Novice “A” or Pre-Novice “B” class. A qualifying score is not required to advance to this class. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in class 200-01-01 or 200-01-02. Dogs will heel and do figure 8 on leash and heel off leash, stand for examination off leash, recall off leash, do long sits for one minute and long downs for 3 minutes off leash. This class is open to dogs that have not completed their third leg toward any CD degree, except first year 4-H dog obedience members with first year dog which has earned his CD degree may show in this class.

200-01-04

Novice “B’………………………………………………………………………...2 For exhibitors who have achieved a qualifying score in Novice “A”. Dogs will hell and do figure 8 on leash and heel off leash, stand for examination off leash, recall off leash, do long sits for one minute and downs for 3 minutes off leash. This class is open to dogs that have not completed their third leg toward any CD degree. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in classes 200-01-01 thru 200-01-03.

200-01-05

Graduate Novice “A”…………………………………………………………….2 This class is open to project exhibitors of three or more years who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-h dog obedience show in the Novice “A” or “B”, however a qualifying score is not required to enter this class. Dogs will heel on and off leash, dog figure 8 off leash, stand for examination off leash, drop on recall off leash, do longs sits for 3 minutes and long downs for 5 minutes both with off leash and exhibitor out of sight. Dogs entered in this class cannot be entered in class 200-01-01, 200-01-02 or 200-01-03. Open to dogs that do not have any CDX degree.

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200-01-06

Graduate Novice “B”…………………………………………………………….2 For exhibitors who have achieved a qualifying score in Graduate Novice “A”. Dogs will heel off leash, do figure 8 off leash, stand for examination off leash, drop on recall off leash, do long sits for 3 minutes and long downs for 5 minutes both off leash and exhibitor out of sight. Open to dogs that do not have any CDX degree. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in classes 200-01-01 thru 200-01-05.

200-01-07

Open………………………………………………………………………………2 This class is open to project exhibitors of three or more years who achieved a qualifying score in the Graduate Novice class, however, a qualifying score in Pre-Novice, Novice or Graduate Novice is not required to enter this class. Dogs will hell and figure 8 off leash, drop on recall, retrieve on flat, over the high jump and broad jump, and do 3 minute sits and 5 minute down off leash and with exhibitor out of sight. Dogs entered in this class may not enter classes 200-01-01 thru 200-01-06.

200-01-08

Utility……………………………………………………………………………...2 This class is open to project exhibitors of three of more years and for those who have achieved a qualifying score in the open class, however, a qualifying score in open is not required to enter. Dogs will do scent discrimination (selection of articles handled by the opener), directed retrieve, signal exercises (hand signals), directed jumping and the moving stand for examination. Dogs entered in this class may enter class 200-01-07 as the only other obedience class.

Section B: Handling 1. Entries in this division are open to purebred or mixed breed dogs and must be owned by the exhibitor or in partnership with parent or guardian. 2. The exhibitor is limited to one entry in this division. 3. The handlers grade as of September 15, 2012. 4. Class determination is based on number of years of training completed by the handler. 5. Participants in handling classes are strongly encouraged to show in obedience classes. 200-02-01

Novice “A”………………………………………………………………………..2 Junior Handler (grades 4,5,6) in first year of handling training.

200-02-02

Novice “B”………………………………………………………………………..2 Intermediate Handler (grades 7,8,9) in first year of handling training.

200-02-03

Novice “C”………………………………………………………………………..2 Senior Handler (grades 10 & up) in first year of handling training.

200-02-04

Open “A”…………………………………………………………………………2 Junior Handler (grades 5,6) in second year or beyond of handling training.

200-02-05

Open “B”…………………………………………………………………………2 Intermediate Handler (grades 7,8,9) in second year or beyond of handling training.

200-02-06

Open “C”…………………………………………………………………………2 Senior Handler (grades 10 & up) in second year or beyond of handling training.

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HORSE Superintendent: Jenna Kyhl Asst. Superintendent: Amber Axon Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 15th

July 1st

Livestock ID’s must be completed on 4honline Livestock Id’s both 4honline will NOT be accepted after May 15th. Animals that are not properly identified are not eligible to exhibit at County Fair or State Fair. IF the horse is leased, a signed copy of the lease agreement must be filed at the Extension Office.

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Horse Check In: Horse Show Horses Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Tuesday, July 23rd 3:00 pm Tuesday, July 23rd 4:00 pm Immediately after the Horse Show Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

Horse Class Rules: 1. 2.

4. 5. 6. 7.

Refer to “Rules and Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa” for rules about specific classes. Dress Code: Western: FFA Jacket, 4-H T-shirt or white long sleeve shirt with 4-H chevron or arm band, blue jeans, boots. Hat is optional. No chaps allowed. English: Same as Western. English hunt hat optional. Games: Same as Western. 4-H and FFA youth participating in any and all mounted classes and/or games must wear an American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved headgear with chin strap and properly fitted harness AT ALL TIMES, while mounted and riding, including warm up. This includes any adults or kids riding on the fairgrounds. If there is any doubt whether an animal is a horse or pony the superintendent will decide. Horses are animals over 58” tall (14.2 hands or greater) and ponies 57” and under (14.1 hands or less). All trailers must park west of arena. Warm up your horses by arena or west of arena. The same horse may be ridden by 2 members of the same family in riding classes that are performed individually only! Ex: barrels, poles, trail

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General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

10.

Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting g. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. h. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. i. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section A: Halter Classes Halter classes are judged on the horses conformation and the presentation of the horse. The horse must be fit and well groomed.

250-01-01 250-01-02 250-01-03 250-01-04 250-01-05 250-01-06 250-01-07 250-01-08 250-01-09

Ponies two year old and younger………………………………………………..3 Ponies three years and older…………………………………………………….3 Horses Weanlings and Yearlings………………………………………………..3 Horses two and three years old………………………………………………….3 Horses four years and older……………………………………………………..3 Mules……………………………………………………………………………...3 Miniature Horses, all ages……………………………………………………….3 Donkeys…………………………………………………………………………...3 Miniature Donkeys……………………………………………………………….3

Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship is judged on the exhibitor’s ability to present their horse in hand (unmounted). The Exhibitor is juged on their ability to execute the posted pattern, control their animal and present their animal in a clean and fit manner.

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. Pre-entry is preferred but not required. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2012-2013 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 9-12 b. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-8 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts Showmanship………………………………………………………..………………0

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Section C: Riding Classes The classes will be split into Junior and Senior classes if there are more than two entries in each age group. Senior Exhibitors who have completed grades 9-12. Junior exhibitors who have completed grades 4-8.

English Pleasure English Pleasure is judged on the horse’s manners and suitability for English or hunter style work. The horse should move straight, with a steady rhythm and a free flowing stride. The horse should not come behind the bit, or travel too fast.

250-02-01

English Pleasure………………………………………………………………….4

English Equitation English Equitation is judged on the rider’s ability to control their horse, effective use of aids, proper attire, correct form, and cleanliness of the rider and horse all while negotiating a pattern in a style consistent with English pleasure style movement.

250-02-02

English Equitation……………………………………………………………….3

Walk-Trot Walk-Trot is judged on the horses manners and suitability for western or English pleasure as well as the riders ability to control their horse and ride with correct form and aids.

250-02-03

Walk-Trot………………………………………………………………………...3

Western Pleasure Western Pleasure is judged on the horse’s manners and suitability for relaxed by collected gait at a relatively slow speed. Judges also look for a calm and responsive disposition. The horse should travel on a loose rein at a constant speed.

250-02-04

Novice Western Pleasure………………………………………………………...4 (For exhibitors in first year of horse project or having just completed grades 4-6)

250-02-05 250-02-06

Western Pleasure Pony…………………………………………………………..4 Western Pleasure Horse…………………………………………………………4

Western Horsemanship Western Horsemanship is judged on the riders ability to control their horse, effective use of aids, proper attire, correct form, and cleanliness of the rider and horse all while negotiating a pattern in a style consistent with western pleasure style movement.

250-02-07

Western Horsemanship.…………………………………………………………3

Trail Class Trail is judged on the rider and horse’s ability to negotiate a set course through a series of obstacles. A strong emphasis is placed on willingness, manners and agility of the horse.

250-02-08

Trail Class………………………………………………………………………...4

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Section D: Game Classes The classes will be split into Junior and Senior if there are more than two entries in each age group.

250-03-01

Barrel Racing…………………………………………………………………….3 Horse and rider complete a clover-leaf pattern around preset barrels, fastest time wins.

250-03-02

Pole Bending……………………………………………………………………...3 Horse and rider compete in a serpentine pattern around set poles, fastest time wins.

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Livestock Judging Contest Superintendent: Ole Cleveland 1. Livestock Judging Contest will be held on Wednesday, July 24th, 2013. Registration will be at 1:30 p.m. in the upper show ring. The contest will begin at 3:30 p.m. 2. All members of 4-H and/or FFA or eligible to compete. 3. There will be two team divisions and two divisions for individuals. The Jr. Division for individuals will include members from 9-12 years of age. A junior team will consist of four members within the Jr. age limits. The senior division will consist of individuals age 13 and up. A senior team will consist of four senior members. If a team has a mix of any combination of junior and senior members, it will be considered a senior team. 4. Classes will be: Market Swine, Breeding Swine, Market Beef, Breeding Beef, Market Lambs and Commercial Breeding Ewes. Classes will be selected based on availability of animals at the fair. 5. All participants will receive blue, red or white placing. Trophies will be given to Champion and Reserve Champion in each division. Results will be announced 30 minutes after the conclusion of the last class. 6. Contestants will be allowed 10-12 minutes to view each class. There will be no talking among members participating in the contest for any reason. Team members may not talk to each other. Failure to comply with the rules will be disqualification from the contest.

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MEAT GOAT Superintendent: Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 15th

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Meat Goats Must Be Penned By: Meat Goat Weigh In/Check In: Meat Goat Show Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th Tuesday, July 23rd Tuesday, July 23rd Thursday, July 25th Saturday, July 27th Saturday, July 27th

9:00am 11:00 am 11:30 am 4:30 pm 8:00 – 9:00am 9:00am

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General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

10.

Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting j. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. k. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. l. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Thursday, July 25th immediately following Meat Goat Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2012-2013 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 10-12 b. Intermediate Showmanship……………… Youth Grades 7-9 c. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-6 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………..

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Section C: Meat Goats 1. Market/ Meat Goats must be in the exhibitors possession by May 5. Livestock ID’s must be filed on 4honline by May 15. 2. You may weigh up to 15 Market/ Meat goats. No bucks may be weighed in. 3. To be eligible for exhibit the following must be completed at the county wide weigh-in May 4th. a. Ear tagging of all Market & Breeding Meat goats. Yearling are not required to have new tags if they have a previous 4-H ear tag. b. Weighing of all market goats. c. Commercial Yearlings to be entered int the Breeding Show, MUST have breeding information completed on the Goat ID form during the May 5th weigh-in. Goats without this form completed may only be exhibited in the Market Goat Show. Commercial Yearlings must be included on this form. d. All commercial yearlings must be present at the May 5th weigh-in for identification, however are not required to be weighed. 4. Classes open to any breed or crossbred wether or doe. 5. Wethers and does must have all milk teeth in normal position at check-in. Market goats must weigh a minimum of 50 lbs. No maximum. 6. If horned, market goats must have horns tipped blunt enough to be a safety hazard. No tipping removal of horns on the grounds. 7. Exhibitors may use halters, collars or collar with a short lead when showing. There will be NO driving or bracing of goats in the show ring. 8. Scrapie Eradication Program. All reproductively intact goats that are exhibited must be tagged with a Scrapie flock tag in their ear. The animal is tagged by the 4-H’er if born and raised by the 4-Her, if purchased it is tagged by the seller. If purchased, you should also receive an owner statement from the seller. Registered goats may use officially approved unique tattoo numbers instead of scrapie ear tags provided. They have documentation of participation in the scrapie program from their veterinarian. 9. Wethers and does must be free of any sign of disease and external parasites or they will be disqualified. 10. Classes will be divided by the superintendent according to fair weights. 11. Market goats must be sheared within ten days prior to fair entry day. Entries must be shorn to 3/8” or less of skin above the knees and hock joints. NO painting, powdering and/or artificial coloring is allowed. Clipping of the tail is optional. 12. An exhibitor may show a maximum of 7 meat goats.

420-01-01 420-01-02

Market Goat (Maximum of 7)................................................................................4 Breeding Commercial Yearling (Maximum of 7)………………………………4

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PETS Pet Superintendent:

Livestock ID’s must be completed on 4honline DOGS must be ID’d! Livestock Id’s both 4honline will NOT be accepted after May 15th. Animals that are not properly identified are not eligible to exhibit at County Fair or State Fair.

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Pets Check In: Pet Show Pets Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Friday, July 26th 4:00 pm Friday, July 26th 4:30 pm Immediately Following the Show Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

Pet Class Rules 1. All pets must be on a lead or in a cage. 2. Proof of rabies vaccinations is required for cats & dogs. Health papers for all other pets are not required. 3. No wild animals allowed. (skunk, raccoon, fox, etc.) 4. Pets will be conference judged on their conditions, member’s ability to handle and care for pet and answer questions of the judge about their pet. 5. Each member is limited to one entry per class. (a bowl of fish or such grouping is considered one entry.)

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General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting m. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. n. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. o. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27 th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section A: SHOWMANSHIP 1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 9-12 b. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-8 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………..………………

Section B: Pet Classes 210-01-01 210-01-02 210-01-03 210-01-04 210-01-05 210-01-06 210-01-07

Cat………………….………………………………………………………………2 Dog (Dogs shown in this class are NOT eligible for the Dog Show) ………….…..………….2 Birds……………………………..………………………………………………….2 Fish………………………………………………………………………………….2 Reptile (Turtles, Camelions, etc.)……………………....……………………………….2 Small Rodent (Guinea, Pigs, Hamsters, Gerbils, etc.) …………………………..……….2 Other Pet (Please specify what you are exhibiting) ……………….……..……………….2

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POULTRY Superintendent: Heather Greiner Assistant Superintendent: Byron Mulder Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 1st

Order Broiler Chickens A form of intent must be sent to the Extension Office with a check for the Broiler order.

TBA

Pick Up Broiler Chickens Participants will receive a phone call when broilers are ready for pick up.

May 15th

Livestock ID’s must be completed on 4honline This is OPTIONAL for Poultry!

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Poultry Check In: Pollurium Testing: Broiler Check In: Poultry Show: Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Monday, July 22nd 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm At Check In Thursday, July 25th 7:15 am Thursday, July 25th 8:00 am Saturday, July 27th 8:00 – 9:00am Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

Poultry Class Rules 1. Animals must be checked in before caging them! 2. Pullorium Typhoid-free certificates must be brought to check-in. Pullorium Typhoid testing will be done at check in for birds without certificates. 3. First and second place will be select in each poultry class. A Grand Champion poultry will be selected from the breeding classes. 4. NEW !!! Only three entries may be made per class per exhibitor. 46 46

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting p. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. q. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. r. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Thursday, July 25th immediately following Poultry Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 9-12 b. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-8 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………..

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Section C: Production Classes All shown as pen of 3. No individuals will be shown. All production classes will be shown on the basis of uniformity, production ability, health, handling qualities, and general conformation. 300-01-01 300-05-01

Production Hens (Hatched prior to January 1st)………………………………….2 Production Pullets (Hatched after January 1st)…………………………………..2

Section D: Broiler Class All birds will be purchased from the same hatchery and delivered to the Extension Office for distribution to the 4-H’ers at the end of May. A form of intent must be sent to the Extension office with money by May 1st. Exhibitors must purchase a minimum of ten birds. All shown as pen of 3. No individuals will be shown. Judging will be based on health, uniformity, weight, and visual appeal. Expected carcass quality will be taken into consideration also. 300-30-01

Broiler Class……………………………………………………………………...2

Section E: Market Classes All shown in pens of 3. No individuals will be shown. Market classes will be judged on uniformity, health, weight for type, fleshing, and fat covering. Pen of 3 may consist of either or both sexes. 300-10-01 300-10-02 300-10-05 300-10-06

Water Fowls-Ducks………………………………………………………………2 Water Fowl-Geese………………………………………………………………..2 Pigeon……………………………………………………………………………..2 Other Market Poultry……………………………………………………………2

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Section F: Breeding Classes These birds may not have already shown in Production, Broiler, or Market classes. The purpose of this class is to have a bird that is true to his type as possible. Entries are shown as individuals or pen of 3. An individual may not be included in a pen of 3. Entries must be of production age, minimum of 4 months old. All pens of 3 must be one male and two females. The Breeding Birds will be divided into four classes. Class #1 300-20-01 300-20-02 300-20-03 300-20-04 300-20-05 300-20-06 300-20-07 300-20-08 300-20-09 300-20-30 300-20-31 300-20-32

Turkey (Male)…………………………………………………………………….2 Turkey (Female)………………………………………………………………….2 Turkey (Pen of three)……………………………………………………………..2 Duck (Male)……………………………………………………………………….2 Duck (Female)…………………………………………………………………….2 Duck (Pen of three)……………………………………………………………….2 Geese (Male)………………………………………………………………………2 Geese (Female)……………………………………………………………………2 Geese (Pen of three)……………………………………………………………….2 Bantam Duck (Male)……………………………………………………………..2 Bantam Duck (Female)..........................................................................................2 Bantam Duck (Pen of three)……………………………………………………...2

Class #2 300-20-10 300-20-11 300-20-12 300-20-13 300-20-14 300-20-15

Large Fancy Chicken (Male)…………………………………………………….2 Large Fancy Chicken (Female)………………………………………………….2 Large Fancy Chicken (Pen of three)……………………………………………..2 Large Production Chicken (Male)………………………………………………2 Large Production Chicken (Female)…………………………………………….2 Large Production Chicken (Pen of three)…………………………………….....2

Class #3 300-20-16 300-20-17 300-20-18 300-20-27 300-20-28 300-20-29

Bantam Feather Footed (Male)………………………………………………….2 Bantam Feather Footed (Female)……………………………………………….2 Bantam Feather Footed (Pen of three)…………………………………………..2 Bantam Clean Footed (Male)……………………………………………………2 Bantam Clean Footed (Female)………………………………………………….2 Bantam Clean Footed (Pen of three)…………………………………………….2

Class #4 300-20-19 300-20-20 300-20-21 300-20-22 300-20-23 300-20-24 300-20-25 300-20-26

Pigeon (Male)……………………………………………………………………..2 Pigeon (Female)…………………………………………………………………...2 Pigeon (Pen of 2 – 1 male and 1 female)………………………………………….2 Guinea (Male)…………………………………………………………………….2 Guinea (Female)…………………………………………………………………..2 Guinea (Pen of three)……………………………………………………………..2 Ornamental (Male)……………………………………………………………….2 Ornamental (Female)…………………………………………………………….2 50 50

Rabbit Superintendent: Annie Grimm Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 15th

Livestock ID’s must be completed on 4honline Livestock Id’s both 4honline will NOT be accepted after May 15th. Animals that are not properly identified are not eligible to exhibit at County Fair or State Fair. Tattoo information is REQUIRED on 4honline especially to be eligible for State Fair.

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Rabbit Check In: Rabbit Show Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Saturday, July 20th Monday, July 22nd Tuesday, July 23rd Saturday, July 27th Saturday, July 27th

9:00am 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 1:00 pm 8:00 – 9:00am 9:00am

Rabbit Class Rules 1. Limit of two entries per class. 2. Tattoo information is REQUIRED on 4honline by May 15th and Rabbit must have the tattoo in the left ear by July 1st for county fair.

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting s. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. t. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. u. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Tuesday, July 23rd immediately following Rabbit Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 10-12 b. Intermediate Showmanship……………… Youth Grades 7-9 c. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-6 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

Showmanship………………………………………………………………………………..

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Section C: Grade Rabbits Grade Rabbits are not eligible for Best of Show. 310-01-01 310-01-02 310-02-01 310-02-02 310-02-05 310-02-06

Senior Buck (over 6 months old)…………………………………………………2 Junior Buck (under 6 months old)………………………………………………..2 Senior Doe (over 6 months old)…………………………………………………..2 Junior Doe (under 6 months old)…………………………………………………2 Single Fryer (about 5 lbs.)………………………………………………………..2 Market Pen……………………………………………………………………….2 (Three rabbits of the same color and breed less than 8 weeks old or weighing 5 lbs. each)

Section D: Purebred Rabbits Commercial Includes: American, Beveren, Californian, Champange d’Argent, Cinnamon, Crème d’Argent, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Flemish Giant, French Lop, New Zealand, Palominos, and Satin. 310-03-01 310-03-02 310-04-01 310-04-02

Fancy Includes: American Fuzzy Lop, French Angora, Giant Angora, Sahn Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Checkered Giant, Standard Chinchilla, Dutch, Hotot, Dwarf Hotot, English Spot, Florida White, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Jersey Wooly, Holland Lop, Lilac, Mini Lop, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, Mini Rex, Silver Martin, and Lop. 310-05-01 310-05-02 310-06-01 310-06-02

Section E: Fur Class 310-15-01 310-20-01

Colored Fur Class………………………………………………………………..2 White Fur Class…………………………………………………………………..2

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SHEEP Superintendents: Jared & Heather Gutknecht Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: May 4th 8am – 10 am

Sheep Weigh In at Grundy County Fairgrounds. Please RSVP with the number of sheep being verified for county & state fair. State Fair animals will be retinal imaged. Weigh In will be held in the Swine Barn.

May 15th

Livestock ID’s must be verified on 4honline Livestock Id’s must be verified on 4honline and will NOT be accepted after May 15th. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to verify all information entered for their sheep project by this deadline. Animals that are not properly identified are not eligible to exhibit at County Fair or State Fair.

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Sheep Must Be Penned By: Sheep Weigh In/Check In: Check Show Sheets

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Tuesday, July 23rd 11:00 am Tuesday, July 23rd 11:30 am Wednesday, July 24th by 5:00 pm

Please check show sheets and notify the 4-H Office of any corrections that are needed.

Sheep Show Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Thursday, July 25th 5:30 pm Saturday, July 27th 8:00 – 9:00am Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting v. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. w. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. x. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Sheep Class Rules 1. Sheep must be in the Exhibitors possession by May 5. Livestock ID’s must be filed on 4honline by May 15. 2. You may weigh-in up to 15 lambs. 3. To be eligible for exhibit the following must have been completed at the county wide weigh-in May 4th. a. Ear tagging of all Breeding and Market lambs. Yearlings are not required to have new tags if they have a previous year’s 4-H ear tag. b. Weighing of all market lambs. c. Ewe lambs to be entered into the Breeding Show MUST have breeding information completed on the Sheep ID form during the May 4th weigh-in. Lambs without this form completed may only be exhibited in the Market Sheep Show. Yearling ewe lambs must be included on this form. d. All yearling ewes without a 4-H ear tag must be present at the May 4th weigh-in for identification, but are not required to be weighed. 4. Market lambs may be of either sex. Male lambs must be castrated prior to the May 4th County Weigh-In. 5. Scrapie Eradication Program. All ewe lambs and yearlings (reproductively intact animals) exhibited at the Grundy County Fair and the Iowa State Fair, must have a Scrapie Flock Ear Tag. If you or your family have your own flock or lambs, be sure they have been tagged by their owners before they leave the farm. Any ewe or yearling brought to the county fair without this ear tag, will not be eligible to show. Lambs will be checked before they are unloaded and ineligible lambs will not be allowed to unload. These tags MUST be in place for the May 4th weigh-in. 6. Wether’s do not have to be ear tagged with Scrapie program Tags. 7. Market lambs must be rough sheared (no more than 1-inch of wool remaining) within 10 days prior to the first day of fair. Final shearing MUST occur prior to fair. NO rough shearing will be allowed at fair. However, final clipping or trimming may be done at fair prior to the show. 8. Breeding sheep may not be exhibited in a Market Class. 9. Classes will be divided by the superintendent according to fair weights. 10. Exhibitor and / or family member must be present to help check-in at the fair. 11. An exhibitor can enter a maximum of 7 carcass lambs in the market class of which all seven can be entered in the carcass class. Lambs entered in the carcass contest will be scanned ruing the fair weigh-in. Entry cost is $10.00 per Lamb. Scanning fee MUST be paid at weigh in. Carcass class placing will be determined with scan results and weight gain. Animals will not be slaughtered.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Thursday, July 25th immediately following Sheep Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 10-12 b. Intermediate Showmanship……………… Youth Grades 7-9 c. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-6 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

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Section C: Market Sheep Classes An exhibitor may show a maximum of seven head in the Market Sheep class. Maximum of five head can be shown in either class 400-01-01 or 400-01-02. 400-01-01 400-01-02

Individual Market Lamb………………………………………………………...4 Individual Market Speckle or White Face Lamb……………………………...4 An exhibitor may show a maximum of five Individual Market Lambs.

400-10-01

Carcass Lamb…………………………………………………………………….4 See Rule # 11 above.

Section D: Breeding Sheep Classes 1. Exhibitors may enter two animals per class. 2. Purebred ewes must be registered and carry association tags when shown. All ewes not carrying association tags will be shown in the commercial ewe classes. 3. There must be two or more entries to designate a separate breed class. 410-01-01 410-01-02 410-01-03 410-01-04 410-02-01 410-02-02 410-02-03 410-02-04 410-02-05 410-02-06 410-02-07 410-02-08

Purebred Ewe Lamb………………………………………………………………4 Commercial Black Face Ewe Lamb……………………………………………...4 Commercial Speckled Face Ewe Lamb……………………………………….…4 Commercial White Face Ewe Lamb…………………………………………..…4 Purebred Yearling Ewe (haven’t lambed)………………………………………...4 Commercial Yearling Black Face Ewe (haven’t lambed)……………………..…4 Commercial Yearling Speckled Face Ewe (haven’t lambed)…………………….4 Commercial Yearling White Face Ewe (haven’t lambed)………………………..4 Purebred Yearling Ewe (have lambed)…………………………………………....4 Commercial Yearling Black Face Ewe (have lambed)……………….…………..4 Commercial Yearling Speckled Face Ewe (have lambed)………………………..4 Commercial Yearling White Face Ewe (have lambed)…………………………...4

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SWINE Superintendent: Jarrod Bakker Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) Pre Fair Deadlines: April 13th 8:00am – 10:00am

Swine Weigh In @ Grundy County Fairgrounds Both County & State Fair hogs. Weigh In will be held at the Beef Barn. You may weigh in a maximum of 15 head for county fair and 40 head for state fair.

May 15th

Verify Swine Weigh In Data on 4honline Swine Weigh In data must be verified on 4honline and will NOT be accepted after May 15th. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to verify all information entered for their swine project by this deadline. Animals that are not properly identified are not eligible to exhibit at County Fair or State Fair.

July 1st

Fair Schedule: Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up: Swine Must Be Penned By: Swine Weigh In/Check In: Check Show Sheets

Saturday, July 20th 9:00am Tuesday, July 23rd 7:00 am Tuesday, July 23rd 7:30 - 10:00am Tuesday, July 23rd after 5pm

Notify the 4-H office ASAP if corrections are needed

Swine Show Swine Exhibitor Potluck Livestock Released: Post Fair Clean Up:

Wednesday, July 24th 8:30 am Following Swine Show Saturday, July 27th 8:00 – 9:00am Saturday, July 27th 9:00am

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General Livestock Show Rules & Expectations 1. 2.

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Livestock Ownership, Identification, & Exhibiting y. Exhibits must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member unless a lease agreement is filed with the Extension Office by May 15th. Horse Lease agreement is the only accepted lease agreement at the State Fair Level. z. Animals identified under exhibitors name MUST be entered at fair under the SAME exhibitor’s name.. aa. Livestock MUST be shown by the Grundy County 4-H or FFA member unless the member has two animals in one class. In this case another current Grundy County member may show the animal. If there are other reasons that the exhibitor cannot show the animal, they MUST submit a request in writing to the 4-H and Youth Committee with explanation for why they are unable to show their animal prior to the first day of fair. Exhibitor Identification & Substitution a. All livestock Exhibitors will be required to wear a wristband to identify them as a livestock exhibitor. This will help our building supervisors, Fair Board, and Extension Staff easily identify someone who should not be handling the livestock. b. If you are not able to take your own livestock into the show arena due to an injury or disability you may submit a request for another 4-H’er to show your animal or help you in the arena. This request must be submitted to the Youth Committee prior to Fair. Decisions of the Youth Committee are final. c. To participate in Showmanship class the exhibitor must show their own animal. No substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. Exhibitor Show Attire for ALL Species: a. Full length pants b. Grundy County 4-H , or FFA T-Shirt, or white shirt with the 4-H Chevron c. Unacceptable Clothing: shorts, hats, caps, sweat bands, sandals, flip flops, State Fair shirt, County Council shirt, or club shirts etc. d. Leather shoes or boots are recommended NO PROFESSIONAL GROOMERS ALLOWED! Penalty for violating this rule is disqualification. a. Acceptable Groomers: 1. Current Grundy County 4-H or FFA Member 2. 4-H or FFA Member’s IMMEDIATE family members 3. Immediate Family Members are mom, dad or siblings or step siblings 4. Mentors: Someone who is not an immediate family member but has been mentoring the 4-H’er in a specific project area during the year. A mentor agreement form must be completed and turned in to the Extension Office by July 1st. Mentors will be approved by the Youth Committee. If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in Livestock Please see the State Fair Grooming Rules. Sportsmanship ALL PARENTS & EXHIBITORS are expected to act in a sportsmanship like manner and show respect for the judges and superintendents. Persons not acting accordingly may be asked to leave the show or arena. Sale of any animal on fairgrounds during the week of the fair is not allowed. Please make other arrangements to sell your animal. Animals sold prior to fair are NOT released early and must stay until they are released at 8:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Removal of Projects The Extension Office Must be contacted first before removal of any projects. Requests to remove any Livestock or Non-Livestock exhibits prior to release time on Saturday, July 27 th, 2013 at 8:00 am will be reviewed by the superintendent in consultation with Extension Staff. As needed a representative from Extension Staff, Fair Board, Superintendent & Youth Committee will be called in to make a decision. Requests must be made in advance and on file at the 4-H Office and approved prior to removal. Any exhibit removed prior to release time will result in a forfeit of all premium in that project area.

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Section B: SHOWMANSHIP Showmanship: Wednesday, July 24th immediately following the Swine Show

1. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors are eligible to participate. There is no entry before fair. Exhibitors are to show up at the ring when the class is called. 2. An individual may only win once as a Junior and once as an Intermediate in each of the livestock species. Once they have won showmanship in their grade level, they must advance to the next division the following year. An individual can win Senior Showmanship more than once. 3. You must show your own animal. There is NO substitution of livestock allowed. You may not show your siblings or friends animal. 4. Showmanship Divisions: (grades are as of 2011-2012 school year) a. Senior Showmanship……………………. Youth Grades 10-12 b. Intermediate Showmanship……………… Youth Grades 7-9 c. Junior Showmanship…………………….. Youth Grades 4-6 5. First and Second Place Ribbons will be given in each class. 6. Showmanship will be judged on the following criteria: Appearance of the Animal………………………………………………...30pts  Condition, Cleanliness, Grooming, Clipping Presentation of the Animal…………………………………………..........40pts  Leading, Response to direction of ring master, Posing,  Use of necessary equipment, Showing to the animal’s best advantage Appearance of the Exhibitor………………………………………………30pts  Proper clothing and shoes, Alertness, Attitude Total Points………………………………………………………………….100pts

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Section C: Market Swine All pigs must come to weigh in April 13th, 2013. Derby (carcass) pigs are required to weigh in, all other pigs will be tagged. Exhibitors may weigh & tag a maximum of 15 pigs total (Market & Breeding) 2. NEW!!! State Fair Pigs need to come to weigh in to be tagged. Cost is $10.00 per head. All State Fair pigs (market & breeding) must have a special DNA punch tag. 3. All pigs MUST be ear notched using the Universal Ear Notching Method PRIOR to weigh in. 4. Maximum beginning weight will be 60 lbs. Pigs weighing more than 60 lbs can be identified for market class ONLY. 5. Exhibitors may show a maximum of 8 pigs at fair total (Market & Breeding) 6. Market, Derby, & Breeding Hogs must be identified at the Fair Weigh In/ Check In 7. Market pigs must weigh at least 210 lbs and can be no larger than the maximum weight of 295 on entry day. 8. Classes will be split by the swine committee. Derby classes will be divided by beginning weight and market classes by ending weight. 9. Derby (carcass) Contest placing will be determined by the National Pork Producers Council’s Pork Value Index. 10. There shall be no coloring agents, powder or oil used on hogs. No clipping of hogs on the fairgrounds. Hogs or Exhibitors in violation will not be allowed to show. 11. Hogs entered in the carcass contest will be scanned ruing the fair weigh-in. Entry cost is $10.00 per hog that is scanned. Scanning costs must be paid prior to show or Exhibitor will not be allowed to show. Carcass class placing will be determined with scan results and weight gain. 1.

Market Classes: 450-01-01 450-20-01 450-20-02 450-21-01

Derby (Carcass) Hogs……………………………………………………………4 Market Hogs……………………………………………………………………...4 Purebred Hogs……………………………………………………………………4 Registration papers are required! Pen of 3……………………………………………………………………………4 1 Pen of 3 per Exhibitor. Pens may be made of market or derby hogs but no breeding hogs.

Section D: Breeding Swine ALL pigs must come to weigh in April 13th, 2013. Derby (carcass) pigs are required to weigh in, all other pigs will be tagged. 2. NEW!!! State Fair Pigs need to come to weigh in to be tagged. Cost is $10.00 per head. All State Fair pigs (market & breeding) must have a special DNA punch tag. 3. All pigs MUST be ear notched using the Universal Ear Notching Method PRIOR to weigh in. 4. Exhibitors may weigh & tag a maximum of 15 pigs total (Market & Breeding) 5. Exhibitors may show a maximum of 8 pigs at fair total (Market & Breeding) 6. Market, Derby, & Breeding Hogs must be identified at the Fair Weigh In/ Check In 7. Maximum weight of 350 lbs at fair weigh in. 8. Breeding classes will be divided by ending weight. 9. There shall be no coloring agents, powder or oil used on hogs. No clipping of hogs on the fairgrounds. Hogs or Exhibitors in violation will not be allowed to show. 10. Recommended farrowing date of January 1st or later. 11. Exhibitor must declare at Fair Weigh In/ Check In if the gilt will be going to market or going home. 12. Health papers are recommended. 1.

Breeding Classes: 450-25-01

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DIVISION II: CLOVER KIDS Bucket Calf, Bottle Lamb, Little Rabbits, Little Chicks, Pets, Pony & Non-Livestock Clover Kid Fair Activities are NOT competitive. All participants will receive the same recognition.

Clover Kid Eligibility * Currently enrolled Clover Kids who have completed K-3rd grade * Any Grundy County Youth age 5 by the first day of fair & up to the summer after 3rd grade. Non-livestock activities are only for currently enrolled Clover Kids. See the 4-H Non-livestock section of the fair book for classes.

Section A: Bucket Bottle Calves Superintendent: Deb Green Assistant Superintendent: Katie Petersen 1. Any newborn or orphan calf, steer or heifer, dairy or beef, that is calved between March 1 and before June 15, 2013 may be shown. 2. If purchased, the calf must be purchased and in possession of exhibitor within 2 weeks of birth; identified by tagging, and identified on the livestock identification report by July 1st. 3. Exhibitor may identify up to 2 animals, but is limited to a maximum of 1 calf to be exhibited. 4. Calf must be bucket or bottle fed (no nursing). 5. Exhibitor must complete Fair Livestock Entry & ID Form by July 1. Form and stall fee must be turned into the Extension Office by July 1. 6. Calves will be shown on halter. 7. Each exhibitor will be interviewed in regard to management and care of calf. 8. Judging to be based on: a. What exhibitor has learned about care and raising of the calf. b. The grooming and cleanliness of the calf. c. General health, condition, and management of the calf and exhibitor’s knowledge of this area. d. Completed record. e. Confirmation and quality of the calf is NOT to be considered. Calves must be checked-in: Bucket Bottle Calf Show: Release Time:

Monday, July 23rd Wednesday, July 25th Saturday, July 28th

5:00 pm 6:00 pm 8 – 9 am

Bucket Bottle Calves are NOT allowed to leave early! 475-01-01

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Section B: Bottle Lamb Superintendent: Jared Gutknecht This class is to help young children learn to care for a young lamb. Bottle lambs would work well for this class. Lamb eligibility: 1. Lambs should be born after February 1 but before May 15 of current year. 2. Lambs must be identified by July 1st. 3. Livestock Entry & ID form and stall fees must be turned into extension office by July 1 of the current year. 4. Lambs must be under the care of the youth within 2 weeks of birth. 5. Lambs can be shown by only one (1) exhibitor at the Grundy County Fair. 6. Lambs cannot be identified by a 4-H’er for the market or breeding sheep show. 7. All ewe lambs to be exhibited must have the official Scrapie Flock ID tags from the state (1-866-873-2824). Wethers do not need the official Flock ID tag. 8. An exhibitor may identify up to three (3) animals, but is limited to only one exhibit at the county fair. It is recommended for the welfare of the lambs that ideally they be raised in groups of 2-3 head. This allows for interaction and a more productive environment. 9. The lambs must be penned by Tuesday, July 24th and may be taken home Saturday morning from 8-9 am. Bottle Lambs can arrive as early as Monday of Fair. Any bottle lambs taken home prior to the release time will forfeit premiums. 10. All lambs are to be halter broke and show on halter. All exhibitors may have an adult or senior 4-H’er in the show ring with them. 11. The show will take place between the breeding and market sheep show on Thursday. 12. A project record is to be kept throughout the project showing the exhibitor feeding, caring for, and working with the animal. The project record will be shown at the exhibitor interviews held during the Grundy County Fair. 13. Lambs should be shorn within 14 days prior to the fair. 14. Emphasis of the class will be on what the youth has learned while raising the lamb and not on conformation of the animal. 15. All youth showing at the fair will receive a participation award. Bottle Lambs must be penned by: Tuesday, July 23rd 6:00 pm Bottle Lamb Show: Thursday, July 25th 5:30 pm During Sheep Show; between the market & breeding classes. 475-02-01

Bottle Lamb………………………………………………………………………0

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Section C: Little Chicks Superintendent: Heather Greiner This class is to help young children to learn, care for, and exhibit poultry and water fowl. 1. Poultry or waterfowl must be under the care of the youth within a week of birth. 2. Poultry or waterfowl must be a minimum of 4 months of age at show. 3. Livestock Entry & ID Forms must be turned into the extension office by July 1st of the current year. 4. Poultry or waterfowl can only be shown by one exhibitor at the Grundy County Fair. 5. These birds cannot be shown in the regular 4-H poultry show. 6. Exhibitors may only exhibit two poultry and two waterfowl. 7. New! Little Chicks will be checked in on Monday, July 22nd and stay until released on Saturday, July 27th. 8. Exhibitors will fill out a project record form. 9. Emphasis of the class will be on what the youth has learned while raising the poultry or waterfowl and not on conformation of the animal. 10. All youth showing at the fair will receive a participation award. Waterfowl would be ducks or geese. Poultry is listed in the 4-H Poultry section of the fair book. Little Chicks must be checked-in: Monday, July 22nd between 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Little Chicks Show: Thursday, July 26th during poultry show 8:00 am Little Chicks Released: Saturday, July 27th between 8:00 am – 9:00 am 475-03-01

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Section E: Little Rabbits Superintendent: Annie Grimm This class is to help young children to learn, care for and exhibit a young rabbit. 1. Rabbits must be under the care of the youth within 8-12 weeks of birth. 2. Livestock Entry & ID Form and stall fees must be turned into the extension office by July 1st of the current year. 3. Rabbits can be shown by only one (1) exhibitor at the Grundy County Fair. 4. Rabbits cannot be identified by a 4-H’er for the 4-H Rabbit Show. 5. An exhibitor may identify up to three (3) animals, but is limited to only one exhbit at the county fair. 6. The rabbits are to be brought to the fair on the day of the show and may be taken home after they are shown. 7. Exhibitors will fill out a project record form. 8. Emphasis of the class will be on what the youth has learned while raising the rabbit and not on conformation of the animal. 9. All youth showing at fair will receive a participation award. Little Rabbits must be checked-in: Tuesday, July 24th Little Rabbit Show: Tuesday, July 24th 475-04-01

10:30 am 12:30 pm

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Section F: Clover Pony Superintendent: Jenna Kyhl This class is to help young children to learn, care for and exhibit a Pony, Mule or Miniature Donkey.

1. Pony, Mule or Miniature Donkey must be under the care of the youth. 2. Height Limit – Ponies are 57” and under (14.1 hands or less) 3. Livestock Entry & ID Form and stall fees must be turned into the extension office by July 1st of the current year. 4. Pony, Mule or Miniature Donkey can be shown by only one (1) exhibitor at the Grundy County Fair. 5. Pony, Mule or Miniature Donkey cannot be identified by a 4-H’er for the 4-H Horse Show. 6. An exhibitor may identify up to three (3) animals, but is limited to only one exhibit at the county fair. 7. The Pony is to be brought to the fair on the day of the show and may be taken home after they are shown. 8. Exhibitors will fill out a project form. 9. Emphasis of the class will be on what the youth has learned while raising the animal and not on conformation of the animal. 10. All youth showing at fair will receive a participation award. Clover Pony must be checked-in: Tuesday, July 23rd Clover Pony Show: Tuesday, July 23rd

475-05-01

3:00 pm Between the Horse Showmanship & Riding Classes

Clover Pony……………………………………………………………………0

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Section G: Clover Pets Superintendent: This class is to help young children to learn, care for and exhibit a pet. 1. Pets must be under the care of the youth. 2. Livestock Entry & ID Form must be turned into the extension office by July 1st of the current year. 3. Pets can be shown by only one (1) exhibitor at the Grundy County Fair. 4. Pets cannot be identified by a 4-H’er for the Pet Show. 5. An exhibitor may identify up to three (3) animals, but is limited to only one exhibit at the county fair. 6. The pets are to be brought to the fair on the day of the show and may be taken home after they are shown. 7. Exhibitors will fill out a project form. 8. Emphasis of the class will be on what the youth has learned while raising the pet and not on conformation of the animal. 9. All youth showing at fair will receive a participation award. Clover Pets must be checked-in: Clover Pet Show: 475-06-01

Wednesday, July 24th Wednesday, July 24th

1:30 pm 2:00 pm

Clover Pets……………………………………………………………………0

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DIVISION III NON-LIVESTOCK EXHIBITS Judging Superintendent: Kayla Kyhl / Building Superintendent: Jackie Stevens Exhibitor Eligibility: 4. Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th grade 5. Grundy County FFA Members 9th-12th grade up to the age of 21 G-R FFA, AGWSR FFA, A-P FFA, Grundy Center FFA, & Hudson FFA Chapters

6. Currently Enrolled Clover Kids who have completed K-3rd grade Schedule: On Site Gardening Judging Fashion Show Judging Pre Fair Clean Up / Set Up Non-Livestock Judging Exhibitors Must Be Checked in By Non-Livestock Released Post Fair Clean Up

Monday, July 9th Sunday, July 14th Saturday, July 20th Monday, July 22nd Monday, July 22nd Saturday, July 27th Saturday, July 27th

starting at 8:30 am starting at 2:00 pm 9:00 am 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 12:30 pm 8:00 am – 9:00 am 9:00 am

Attention ALL Non-Livestock & Communication Exhibitors! Non-Livestock Rules & Regulations: 1. ALL 4-H Exhibitors MUST attend at least FOUR local club meetings to be eligible to participate at Fair. Excused absences will not count. 2. ALL Exhibitors must meet the following deadlines. a. July 1st Deadline to sign up to participate in : Fashion Show On Site Garden Judging b. July 1st

Fair Entry Deadline (County & State Fair) This includes: Livestock Entry Forms & Stall Fees, Communications, & Iowa Code of Ethics Non-Livestock Entries are entered at the Judging Entry Table on Entry Day. All exhibitors must complete & submit fair entries on time! Failure to complete or submit fair entries will make you ineligible at the Grundy County Fair. Late Entries: $10.00 Late Fee Accepted from July 2nd – July 3rd NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER JULY 3RD NO LATE ENTRIES FOR STATE FAIR! NO EXCEPTIONS! 70 70

c. July 22nd

9:00 am to 1:00 pm Non-Livestock Judging Non-Livestock & Challenge class entries are checked in at the Non-Livestock Judging Entry Table on Monday, July 22nd between 9am â€“ 1pm. Please check in no later than 12:30pm. There is no pre-entry required. ENTRY TAGS MUST BE ATTACHED TO PROJECT!

d. July 27th

8:00 â€“ 9:00 am Livestock & Non-Livestock Exhibits Released Release time includes All Clover Kid Exhibits! Including: Bucket Calves, Bottle Lambs, Poultry, Rabbits, & NonLivestock Exhibits Exhibits that are sold prior to fair are NOT allowed to leave early. All exhibits must be picked up by 9 am. Please check in at the Non-Livestock Building by 8:30 am. Non-Livestock Exhibits may only be removed from the display by the exhibitor and his/her immediate family. 1. Non-Livestock Exhibitors MUST sign a release form when checking out all exhibits before removing the items from the exhibit building. 2. If an exhibitor or their immediate family is unable to remove their exhibits, the exhibitor is responsible to appoint a pickup person and let the office know who this appointed person is by Wednesday, July 25th. Exhibits will not be released to an undesignated person. 3. The Extension Office MUST be contacted first before removal of any projects; Livestock/Non-Livestock Exhibits. Exhibits removed without permission or prior to release time will forfeit premium. This includes Items used for Fashion Show.

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c. Fashion Show If an exhibitor is unable to be present for Fashion Show Judging Day the exhibitor may submit a video and Fashion report but are not eligible for State Fair. 4. Exhibit Rules: a. All Non-Livestock Exhibits must include a Fair Exhibit Form. The form can be included as the form itself, in a binder, or by electronic media. Check for additional requirements in food & nutrition, photography, and visual are classes. A written explanation, audio recording or video recording is to be included as part of the exhibit. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit: 1. What did you plan to learn or do? (What was your exhibit goal(s)?) 2. What steps did you take to learn or do this? 3. What were the most important things you learned? b. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program. c. Exhibits which do not comply with size guidelines, copyright, and safety procedures will be judged at County Fair but will not be eligible to advance to State Fair. d. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned: 1. Posters must not exceed 24” x 36” in size. 2. Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions. 3. Display boxes may not exceed 28” x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth. e. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects), or songbird feathers and nests may NOT be used in any exhibits. f. Copyrighted materials and designs may not be used in an exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. Exhibitors must include permission from the copyright holder/owner when using copyrighted materials. Exhibitors must give proper credit to the original source of all materials/designs used in exhibits. (See also special rules for visual arts and general copyright information for 4-H’ers.) g. The 4-Her’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance, and design. Refer to exhibit class evaluation Tip Sheets for additional requirements for food & nutrition, photography, visual arts, and detailed evaluation criteria in each class. Tip Sheets are located on each 4-H project page at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects 72 72

h. Due to security, 4-H’ers are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. The Iowa State Fair and Iowa State University Extension will use diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and placement. However, they will not be responsible for damage or loss by accident, fire, theft, etc. i. Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the anme of the county, class number, and exhibitor’s name. j. All judges’ decisions are final. k. Exhibitors who are selected for State Fair will receive a packet with an intent to participate form that needs to be completed and returned by the end of the week of country fair to the Extension Office. The packet will also include a class description for the exhibit and deadline for the exhibit to be turned in to the Extension Office for transportation to the Iowa State Fair. l. Large items selected to represent the County at State Fair is the Exhibitor’s responsibility for transporting to and from State Fair. m. Exhibits going to the State Fair need to be packaged for travel. The Grundy County Extension Office assumes no liability for articles damaged in transportation to or from the Iowa State Fair. n. All Exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair General Exhibit Rules for the exhibit to be eligible for Iowa State Fair.

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ELEMENTS & PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN ELEMENTS OF DESIGN A design is a visual plan you can use to create your 4-H project. Everything you can see has a design. When you describe something you see, you use words that tell about the lines, shapes, colors, textures, and spaces. Line, shape, color, texture, and space are the basic elements of design. The elements of design are important to everyone who works in textiles and clothing, home interiors, woodworking, photography, landscaping, architecture, foods, and the visual arts. If you understand the design elements, you will be more successful with your 4-H projects. LINE Lines can be horizontal, vertical, dotted, zig-zag, cured, straight, diagonal, bold, or fine. Lines can show direction, lead the eye, outline an object, divide a space, and communicate a feeling or emotion. SHAPE Shapes are made by connecting lines. Circle, square, triangle, and free form are words used to identify shapes. Line creates two-dimensional or flat shapes. When shapes are three-dimensional, we call them forms. A circle is a shape; a ball is a form. A square is a shape; a cube is a form. A drawing is a flat shape; a sculpture is a three-dimensional form. COLOR Color is described with the words hue, value, and intensity. Hue refers to the name of the colorred or blue, for example value tells of the lightness or darkness of a hue. Intensity refers to the brightness or dullness of a hue. TEXTURE Texture is the surface quality of an item. Itâ€™s how something feels when touched, or looks like it would feel if touched. Sandpaper is rough, velvet is smooth. A drawing of a tree stump could show rough outer bark and a smooth inner surface. Search for ways to add texture to your projects. Texture adds variety and interest. SPACE Space refers to the area that a shape or form occupies. It also refers to the background against which we see the shape or form. Space can be defined as positive and negative. The positive space of a design is the filled space in the design- often it is the shapes that make up the design. Negative space is the background. The negative space in design is as important as the positive area.

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PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN Some combinations of design elements (line, shape, color, texture, and space) work better than others. Here are some guidelines to help you understand why some combinations work and others do not work as well. These guidelines: rhythm, proportion, emphasis, balance, and unity are the principles of design. RHYTHM You have felt rhythm in music. Rhythm is also a part of things you see. It allows the eye to move from one part of a design to another part. Rhythm can be created by:  Use a contrasting color  Use a different or unusual line  Make a shape very large or very small  Use a different shape  Use a plain background space BALANCE Balance gives a feeling of stability. There are three types of balance. Symmetrical, or formal balance, is the simplest kind. An item that is symmetrically balanced is the same on both sides. Designs that have a Radial balance have a center point. A tire, pizza, and a daisy flower are all examples of design with radial balance. When you look through a kaleidoscope, everything you see has a radial balance. Asymmetrical balance creates a feeling of equal weight on both sides, even though the sides do not look the same. Asymmetrical designs also are called informal designs because they suggest movement and spontaneity. Asymmetrical balance is the hardest type of balance to achieve and often takes experimenting or moving elements around until balance is achieved. UNITY When things look right together, you have created unity or harmony. Lines and shapes that repeat each other show unity (curved lines with curved shapes). Colors that have a common hue are harmonious. Textures that have a similar feel add to unity. But too much uniformity sometimes can be boring. At the same time, too much variety destroys unity. IDEAS AND INSPIRATIONS Where do you get your ideas? Just as you do not copy from the encyclopedia when you write a term paper or from another person’s paper when you take a test, you should never copy another person’s design. You are what makes your designs special! Inspirations or sources for designs may come from poetry, music, nature, and you own photographs and sketches. Let those inspirations be springboards for your imagination. (Contact the extension office for the Color Wheel 4H 0633.)

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Fairgrounds Decorating Contest Sponsored by McMartin Tire & Grundy County 4-H & Youth Committee

Theme: “Get Rollin’ with Fun at the Fair!” Purpose of this contest is to design and decorate a designated are of the fairgrounds and help make the fair look more inviting to our guests. Eligibility: Open to ALL Grundy County 4-H & FFA members, families, individuals, and organizations. Pre-Fair Deadlines: July 1st

Intent to Participate Form is Due to the Extension Office Form must include the # of tires your group is requesting

Rules: 1. Entries may be individuals, groups, clubs, or families. 2. Each group will be assigned a location on the fairgrounds to decorate. 3. Participants will receive 2-5 tires from McMartin Tire in Grundy Center. Tires may be a variety of size & shape. 4. Each area must include at least 2 tires with a maximum of 5. 5. Decorations may include live or artificial plants or flowers, wooden cut out shapes, flower containers such as flower pots, wooden boxes, wheel barrow, etc. Be Creative! 6. Tires may be painted. 7. If tires are free standing they must be secured so that they do not fall on anyone. 8. Decorating may be done any time after fair clean-up on Saturday, July 20th and must be in place by 12:00 pm on Monday, July 22nd. 9. Entries will be judged in the evening of Monday, July 22nd. 10. All entries must be removed between 8:00 – 10:00 am on Saturday, July 27th. Each group needs to return their tires to McMartin Tire after fair. Call Pat Brown 319- 269-5649 to schedule a time to pick up your tires from McMartin Tire in Grundy Center. Tires must be checked out & only tires picked up from McMartin Tire will be allowed to be returned after fair. Awards: Top 3 Winners Receive:

Champion 2nd Place 3rd Place All Participants

$40.00 $30.00 $20.00 $10.00

Award Announcement: Tuesday, July 23rd at approximately 8:30pm at the Movie Night Participants must be present for award announcement 600-01-01

Fairgrounds Decorating Contest (Not eligible for State Fair)………………….0

In addition to Fairgrounds Decorating the 2012 Club Photo Boards sponsored by Moeller & Walter will be on display at the 2013 Grundy County Fair! Thank you to all who participated last year! 76 76

On Site Garden Exhibitor Eligibility: 1. Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th-12th Grade 2. Grundy County FFA members 9th-12th Grade up to the age of 21 G-R FFA, AGWSR FFA, A-P FFA, Grundy Center FFA, & Hudson FFA Chapters 3. Enrolled Clover Kids who have completed K-3rd grade Entry Deadline: On Site Garden Judging: Award Announcement:

July 1st, 2013 July 9th, 2013 July 25th, 2013 After Working Exhibits

Rules: 1. Entries may be individuals, groups, clubs or families. 2. Exhibitor must be present for judging. 3. Gardens are judged on maintenance and care, plant spacing, insect and weed control, design arrangement, plant selection, etc. 4. A write up with pictures is optional. 5. Categories: a. Home Gardening b. Commercial Gardening c. Flower/Ornamental d. Landscaping 605-01-01

On Site Garden (Not eligible for State Fair)..........................................................4

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Section 1: Animals 510-01-01

Animal Science…………………………………………………………………...3 An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large or small animal including beef, dairy cattle, dairy goats, dogs, horse & pony, meats goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep, and swine. Ownership of any animal is not required.

520-01-01

Veterinary Science……………………………………………………………….3 An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.

Section 2: Agriculture and Natural Resources 530-01-01

Crop Production………………………………………………………………….3 An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops.

540-01-01

Environment and Sustainability………………………………………………...3 An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, stewardship, conservation, entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry. Includes collections.

540-01-02

Recycle Class (Not eligible for State Fair)………………………………………..2 For items recycled into something useful or recycled for another purpose.

550-01-01

Horticulture (Includes Home Grounds Improvement)…………………………....3 An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, small fruits, vegetable and flower gardens, and landscape design. To exhibit vegetable specimens at the Iowa State Fair please make your own entries at the Extension Office no later than July 1, 2013. To exhibit vegetable specimens (project), refer to Harvesting & Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit (4H0462)

560-01-01

Outdoor Adventures……………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor activities.

570-01-01

Safety and Education in Shooting Sports………………………………………3 An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment or wildlife management. (The exhibit may not include actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if tips are removed from arrow.)

590-01-01

Other Agriculture and Natural Resources……………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of the classes listed above.

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Section 3: Creative Arts 610-01-01

Music……………………………………………………………………………...3 An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles or history.

620-01-01

Photography (Limit of 8 exhibits)………………………………………………..3 An exhibit, either photo(s) or an educational display that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying your photo. Still photos only, not video. Photography Special Rules: 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be processed from negatives, slides or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs must have been take since the previous county fair. 2. Mounted photos can be (a) flush-mounted [no board showing] on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders [window mat or flat mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use ready-cut window mats or have matting done professionally. 4-Her’s are responsible for design decisions such as border, color, and size. Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged. 3. Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering. These photos will be displayed in a 3 ring binder. 4. A series is a group of photographs or slides [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photographs must be mounted together in story order or sequence. Slides should be numbered. 5. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes. 6. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting. 7. Use the 4-H Photography Exhibit Label (revised February 2013). You do not need to include a Grundy County Fair Goal Sheet.

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630-01-01

Visual Art…………………………………………………………………………3 An exhibit that shows learning through original art, exploration of an art technique, or study of any other visual arts topic. Visual Arts Special Rules: 1. Exhibits made from kits or preformed models will not be accepted. Exception: Preformed molds (greenware, whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a process technique or application of original design. 2. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspiration of the design, design sketches, or other process for creating the object and design must be included. 3. Original works of art must be a creative expression of a design unique to the artist, or represent a significant modification to an existing design to make a new and original statement by the artist. 4. Exhibition of derivative works created by a 4-H’er is prohibited without the written permission of the original copyright holder/owner. Use of copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4-H visual arts exhibit is prohibited unless written permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For additional information, see 4-H Exhibit Copyright Information at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/visualart.htm

630-01-02

Visual Art (Grundy County Only)……………………………………………...3 An exhibit made or adapted from a pattern or a kit. Articles made from kits or patterns are acceptable for members who are learning a skill or technique. An adapted design using any copyright logos, designs or trademark material must have proof of written permission with support material or exhibit. Examples: Paper (Paper cuts, collages, quilling, paper mobiles, origami, etc.) Fiber (Macrame, weaving, braiding, latch hook, crewel, cross stitch, knitting, crocheting, etc.) Clay (Ceramics, china painting, bisque ware, pinch pots, etc.) Leather (Collages, tooled items, leather lacing, etc.) Textiles (Block printing, batik, silk screening, soft sculpture, etc.) Wood (Carving, wood burning, sculpture, etc.) Glass and Plastic (Glass mobiles, etching, plastic castings, etc.) Metal (Metal tooling, wire sculpture, jewelry, assembly, etc.) Chalk, Carbon, Pigment (Linoleum block printing, water color, drawing, chalk rubbings, etc.) Nature Materials (Pine cone wreaths, dried flower arrangements, corn husk dolls, pysanki, etc.) Combined Media (A project using 2 or more of the above classes) Hobby/Craft (Scrapbooking/Cricut crafts, calligraphy, model building, etc.) Jewelry (Necklace, earrings, bracelet, etc.) 80 80

Section 4: Family & Consumer Sciences 710-01-01

Child Development……………………………………………………………….3 An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: child care, growth and development, safety and health, children with special needs, and careers in child development.

720-01-01

Clothing and Fashion…………………………………………………………….3 An exhibit that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits may include constructed or purchased clothing and accessories.

730-01-01

Consumer Management…………………………………………………………3 An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer rights and responsibilities.

740-01-01

Food & Nutrition…………………………………………………………………3 An exhibit that shows learning through cooking, baking, eating, and choosing healthy foods, including safety practices. Exhibits may include prepared products or educational displays. See also 4H 3023 “Inappropriate Food Exhibits for Iowa 4-H Fairs” for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products. Food & Nutrition Special Rules: 1. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed. 2. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption. 3. Food product exhibits must be prepared, bake or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers. 4. Products that require refrigeration will not be accepted, judged or displayed. 5. Meat jerky products are prohibited. 6. The recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit; credit the source of the recipe. 7. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label. Only food process after August 1, 2012 is acceptable. Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation must be used.

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8. Preserved food exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and discarded; the second will be placed on display and returned to the exhibitor. All perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display. 9. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Place food product exhibit in a re-closeable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag. (7 cookies per plate) 10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted. 750-01-01

Health……………………………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, safe activities and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices.

760-01-01

Home Improvement……………………………………………………………...3 An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving, and caring for your home living space. Exhibits may include new or refinished/reclaimed/restored items.

770-01-01

Sewing and Needle Arts………………………………………………………….3 An exhibit that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting, crocheting, or other needle arts, the use and care of fabrics and fibers, or the construction of clothing and other items.

790-01-01

Other Family and Consumer Science…………………………………………..3 An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit any previous Family & Consumer Science class listed.

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Section 5: Personal Development 810-01-01

Citizenship………………………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.

820-01-01

Communication…………………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms.

825-01-01

Digital Storytelling……………………………………………………………….3 Any exhibit that demonstrates the application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video. Exhibits may include a finished movie or video, creation of a detailed storyboard, editing technique using digital video software, production techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained for any non-original material included as part of a film/movie/video.

830-01-01

Leadership………………………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way.

890-01-01

Self-Determined…………………………………………………………………..3 An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.

Section 6: Science, Engineering, & Technology 920-01-01

Mechanics………………………………………………………………………...3 Any exhibit that shows skills or learning in automotive, electrical, small or large engines, tractors, welding, and restoration.

930-01-01

Woodworking…………………………………………………………………….3 Any exhibit that shows learning about wood, woodworking techniques, and safe uses of woodworking tools and machines. Exhibits may include newly constructed or refinished/reclaimed/restored wood items.

940-01-01

Science, Engineering, & Technology……………………………………………3 Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact with the world. Topics include: aerospace, biological and chemical sciences, computers & networking, earth & climate, geospatial mapping (GPS/GIS), robotics, or any other application of Science, Engineering or Technology. 83 83

DIVISION IV: FASHION SHOW Fashion Review, Clothing Selection, and $15.00 Challenge Superintendent: Rachel Mooty Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) * Currently Enrolled Clover Kids K-3rd Grade Fashion Show: Monday, July 22nd, 5:00 pm State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event: Friday, August 16th, 2013

Fashion Revue Classes 1. Open to all 4-H’ers 2. 4-H’er needs to be enrolled in a 4-H Clothing & Fashion project & model a garment or outfit the participant has constructed, hand-knitted, machine knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year to qualify for participation in the state event. 3. A garment or outfit consisting of one to three pieces such as party clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats are acceptable as Fashion Revue entries. 4. Blouses, shirts, and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to complete an outfit they may be constructed or selected. 5. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected. 960-01-01

Junior Fashion Revue (Not eligible for State Fair)……………………………...5

960-02-01

Intermediate Fashion Revue (Not eligible for State Fair)………………………5

960-03-01

Senior Fashion Revue……………………………………………………………5

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The $15 Challenge Class 1. All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should: a. Purchase an outfit that represents that 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit. b. Have had individual or county experiences(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison. c. Outfits must be purchased from a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e. Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other stores of this type). Hand-Me-Downs or clothing as gifts that were selected by the 4-H’er belong in the Clothing Selection classes. d. Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories, or undergarments. e. Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Report Form. 960-15-01

$15.00 Challenge…………………………………………………………………4

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Clothing Selection 1. Clothing selection is open to all 4-H members. They do not have to be enrolled in the clothing project. 2. All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should: a. Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit. b. Have had individual or country experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison. 3. Clothing selection gives 4-H’ers an opportunity to show their skills in evaluating design, fit, fabric quality, construction features, price and cost per wearing of clothing that they purchase. Garments which are gifts given to the 4-H’er are not eligible. 4. Members should be able to explain a. Why the garment was selected b. Care of the garment c. Fiber content of the garment 5. Clothes may be purchased from any source including consignment and used clothing stores. 6. Participation is based on satisfactory selection of a purchased garment that represents one of the three categories listed below: A. Casual Clothes – Clothes for work or school. Work may range from professional to non-technical and service jobs. B. Functional Clothes – Clothes that assist with the task or activity, protect you from the environment, or promote safety. Clothing may be chosen for a sport such as bicycling, temperature control, or for use in hazardous situation. C. Special Occasion Clothes – Clothing for special events such as graduation, prom, wedding, etc. Clothing is chosen to allow personal expression with thought given to future use.

Clothing Selection Classes: 960-04-01 960-05-01

Junior Clothing Selection (Not eligible for State Fair)………………………….3 Intermediate Clothing Selection (Not eligible for State Fair)…………………..3

960-06-01

Senior Clothing Selection………………………………………………………..3

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DIVISION V COMMUNICATIONS Superintendents: Working Exhibits: Presentations: Share the Fun:

Lori Mulder Pam Doak Eileen Flater

The Communication Event program provides opportunities for 4-H youth to develop their personal communication skills by sharing talents, knowledge, or information with others. The events provide a series of developmental experiences for different age levels.

Exhibitor Eligibility * Grundy County 4-H Members who have completed 4th – 12th Grade * Grundy County FFA Members 4th – 12th Grade up to the age of 21 (Grundy Center FFA, Reinbeck FFA, AGWSR FFA, Aplington-Parkersburg FFA, and Hudson FFA Chapters) * Currently Enrolled Grundy County Clover Kids K-3rd Grade State Fair Eligibility: 4-H Members Completing 5th – 12th Grade in 2013 See Event Rules for age guidelines for Share the Fun & Extemporaneous Speaking

Schedule: Share the Fun Presentations Extemporaneous Speaking Working Exhibits

Monday, July 2nd Thursday, July 25th Thursday, July 25th Thursday, July 25th

5:00 pm 11:00 pm – 2:30 pm 11:00 pm – 2:30 pm 11:00 pm – 2:30 pm

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GENERAL COMMUNICATION RULES 1. Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. Teams consisting of youth of mixed grades will be entered in the class of the member in the highest grade level (i.e. a team with a 5th grader and an 8th grader must be entered in the intermediate/senior class.) 2. Topics selected by the 4-H’er(s) should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience(s). Topics should be appropriate for presentation to a general audience. 3. Participants in the 4-H Communication Programs are expected to wear appropriate clothing representative of the 4-H Youth Program and/or the topic of the presentation. 4. 4-H’ers must use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. Educational Presentations and Working Exhibits involving food must follow established food safety guidelines. 5. All participants are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. 6. 4-H’ers will not be allowed to check out any exhibits for use in presentations. Please have a separate set of supplies for your presentation. Communication entries selected to advance onto State Fair will be announced at the end of each communication event at the County Fair.

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Section A: Educational Presentations Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to demonstrate communication skills by presenting knowledge, information, or a process to an audience in order to gain a desired response. 1. Educational Presentations should be appropriate and an outgrowth of the presenter’s 4-H experience or 4-H project work. 2. Presentations may be given by an individual or a team. Teams are not required to be from the same club. If a team is made up of two age divisions (Example: 1 Junior / 1 Intermediate) presentation will be judged as an Intermediate entry. 3. Presentations given by 4-H’ers in 5th – 12th grade by September 15th of the previous year, are eligible to advance to State Fair. 4. All presentations will receive ribbon placing of Excellence, Merit or Recognition. 5. The SUGGESTED time length for presentations is: Juniors 4-6 min. (15 maximum) Intermediates 5-10 min. (20 maximum) Seniors 15-20 min. (20 maximum) 6. Use of sanitary and safe procedures and methods is always important, particularly if food samples are available to the audience. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-H’ers. Plastic gloves and hair nets are just a couple of items that should be considered and used when appropriate. 7. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. Check In: Presentation Judging:

Thursday, July 25th 11:00 am Thursday, July 25th 11:00 am – 2:30 pm

Note: Presentations will be given between Working Exhibit sessions & awards will be presented at 2:30 pm. Exhibitors need to be present for awards!

975-10-01

Presentations……………………………………………………………………10

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Section B: Extemporaneous Speaking Encourage the development of communication skills by providing an opportunity to think, organize thoughts, prepare a speech, and respond to questions when given a limited amount of preparation time. 1. Limit one entry per 4-H’er. Must be senior 4-H’ers – Completed 9th through 12th grade. 2. Each participant will select one of the available topics 30 minutes before their assigned speaking time. 3. A preparation area will be designated with one participant admitted initially and one additional participant admitted each 15 minutes as the program progresses. A participant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a participant receive help from a parent, leader or other adult or youth. 4. Plain 3”x5” note cards will be provided for each participant in the preparation room. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used. 5. Speeches must be four to six minutes in length. An additional 5 minutes will be allowed for related questions from the judge. 6. The participant will be shown time cards in an ascending order (1,2,3,4,5) by the time keeper. “Stop” will be said at 6 minutes. 7. The time keeper will introduce each participant by name. The participant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only. 8. Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters or audio visuals of any sort. 9. Speeches will be evaluated on content, knowledge of the subject, organization, power of expression, voice, stage presence, general effect and response to questions. 10. A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as a part of the program. 11. Participant will receive ribbon placing of Excellence, Merit or Recognition. Check In: Presentation Judging:

Thursday, July 25th Thursday, July 25th

11:00 am 11:00 am – 2:30 pm

Note: Presentations will be given between Working Exhibit sessions & awards will be presented at 2:30 pm. Exhibitors need to be present for awards!

975-10-02

Extemporaneous Speaking……………………………………………………..10

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Secton C: Working Exhibits Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate, interact with, and teach an audience in an informal and experiential way. 4-H’ers will not be allowed to check out any exhibits for use in working exhibits. Please have a separate set of supplies for your working exhibit. 1. Working Exhibits should be appropriate and an outgrowth of the presenter’s 4-H experience or 4-H project work. It provides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate with the audience in an informal way. 2. The 4-H’ers should be prepared to talk about any step of the process of what they are teaching. 3. The best subjects involve action and involvement by the audience by doing, feeling, tasting, smelling, etc. Part of the judging will be based on how well you attract and involve the audience. Be prepared to lure the audience to your exhibit by asking such questions as: “Would you like to know how to…?” or “Did you know that…?” or “Have you ever…?” 4. Working Exhibits may be given by an individual, team, or as a club entry. Be sure that everyone involved is doing something. 5. Working Exhibit participants will receive ribbon placing of Excellence, Merit or Recognition. 6. 4-H’ers that are in 5th grade or older are eligible to advance to Cattle Congress or State Fair. The extension office will have current guidelines at the fairgrounds to determine final eligibility. A 4-H member may participate in only one Working Exhibit per year at the Iowa State Fair. 7. If team is made up of different age 4-H members, the exhibit will be judged on the age category of the oldest 4-H’er involved. Example: Team of 1 Junior / 1 Intermediate, exhibit will be judged as an Intermediate entry. 8. 4-H’ers doing working exhibits that involve food must be concerned for the safety of the food they are using. 4-H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. This is tremendously important if samples are available to the viewing public. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-H’ers. Plastic gloves and hair nets are just a couple items that should be considered and used when appropriate. Working Exhibits

Thursday, July 25th

11:00 am – 2:30 pm

Groups will be split into two 45 minutes sessions

975-20-01

Working Exhibits……………………………………………………………….10

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Section D: Share the Fun Provide an opportunity for 4-H’errs to share their skills and talents before and audience purely for the sake of enjoyment. 1. If the Share-The-Fun act involves a whole club, the following criteria must be applied to determine if the club can be entered in the Share-The-Fun Program at the Iowa State Fair. At least 80 percent of the performing group must have completed 5th through 12th grade in 2012. 2. Share-The-Fun performances must not exceed 8 minutes in length. 3. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dance, and other entertainment will be acceptable. All performances must be appropriate for presentation to a general audience. 4. This can be an individual or club entry. 5. Entries will receive a participation ribbon. Premium money will be paid. 6. Eligible entries will be selected to represent Grundy County at State Fair (depends on allotment). 7. An individual may have only two entries. If an individual is involved in more than one entry, each one must vary in the talent demonstrated (this does not include accompanists). Example: Singing a solo, duet or participating in a small vocal group are all the same talent. Therefore you can participate only once. 8. All participants must be current 4-H members (excluding accompanists).

Share the Fun: Monday, July 23rd 5:00 pm

975-30-01

Share the Fun…………………………………………………………………….4

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Section E: 4-H Poster Communications Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate with and tell a story or idea visually about 4-H to the general public using the non-verbal form of communication on a poster

Posters 1. Only one poster per 4-H’er 2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board, or foam core boardsize minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be in any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. 3. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board. 4. Poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to back. 5. Posters cannot use copyright material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo. 6. 4-H’ers can include the clover. The 4-H Clover is a protected emblem. Do not copy/print other material over the clover. 7. Entries will be selected for State Fair depending on the allotment given to the county. 8. The themes for “Communicating Through 4-H Posters” are: a. 4-H is… “ (open to interpretation) b. Join 4-H c. “Unmask Your Opportunities” (2013 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference Theme) d. “Nothing Compares” (2013 Iowa State Fair Theme) 9. All posters receiving a Seal of Excellence at the Iowa State Fair will be taken to the Extension 4-H Building on the Iowa State Fair campus for display

975-40-01

Communicating Through 4-H Posters ………………………………………….4

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DIVISION VI OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS Superintendent: Judy Eilers Asst. Superintendents: Margaret Stahl, Marian Nederhoff, & Nancy Venenga

Grundy County Residents and 4-H & FFA Alumni are invited to exhibit in the Open Class at the Grundy County Fair! Entry Forms & Tags are available at the: Grundy County Extension Office, 703 F Avenue; Suite 1, Grundy Center. Office Hours are 8:00 am â€“ 4:30 pm Monday thru Fridays

1. Classes are open to anyone who wishes to exhibit with one exception, 4-H & FFA members cannot enter the same exhibit in both 4-H & FFA classes and open classes. 2. All entry forms and tags must be completed and firmly attached to the exhibit by the exhibitor before arriving at the building. 3. Exhibits must be brought to the Open Class building on the fairgrounds on Saturday, July 20th, 2013 between 11:30 am â€“ 1:30 pm or on Monday, July 22nd, 2013 from 7:30 to 9:00 am. 4. Exhibits entered in previous years are not eligible for exhibit; also, items must have been made with in the last two years. 5. No more than two items per class. 6. The superintendents and assistants reserve the right to reclassify an item or split classes. 7. Ribbons will be given to all participating. Each item will be judged on its own merit, receiving a blue, red or white ribbon, regardless of how many are in the class. Blue ribbons will receive $2, Red - $1, and White - $.50. 8. Exhibits will be released on Saturday, July 27th between 8:00-9:00 am. ALL exhibits must be picked up by 9:00 am! If you cannot pick up your project please make other arrangements. 9. The open class superintendents are not responsible for broken or damaged items. 94 94

Horticulture Section A: Fruit and Vegetable Classes: 1. All exhibits must be brought on a sturdy paper plate or cardboard and covered with a plastic bag. 2. For information on how to prepare vegetables for exhibit and judging criteria, ask for the “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit” at the Extension Office. 3. Please include description of entry on the tag and specify variety. Class Class Name OV 1 Vegetables & Herbs Limit of one exhibit of each kind of vegetable. Asparagus – 10 spears Beets – 3 specimen Broccoli – 3” head Cabbage – 1 head Carrots – 3 specimen Cauliflower – 1 head Celery – 1 bunch Chinese Cabbage - 1 Cucumber – 5 pickling Cucumber – 3 slicing Dill – 2 head Dried Onions - 3 Eggplant – 1 specimen Garlic – 3 specimen Green Onions - 5 Herbs Kale-1 plant Kohlrabi – 2 specimen

Lettuce – 1 plant Lima Beans – 6 pods Okra – 3 Parsnips - 3 Parsley – 10 springs in water Peas – 6 pods Peas (Edible) – 6 pods Peppers – 2 specimen Potatoes – 3 Pumpkin – 1 Radish – 5 specimen Snap Beans – 6 pods Spinach – 1 plant Squash – 2 summer Squash – 1 winter Sweet Corn – 2 ears Turnips – 3 specimen Zucchini - 2

OV 2 Vegetable Basket Display Basket must include 5 or more vegetables, attractively displayed. Basket cannot be larger than one-half bushel size. OV 3 Fruits Muskmelon – 1 Raspberry – 10 specimen Rhubarb – 3 stalks Tomatoes – 3 specimen Tomatoes (Cherry, Pear or Grape) – 10 specimen Watermelon - 1 OV 4 Other—Fruit or vegetable not already listed but must be specified on the entry tag.

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Section B: Flowers and Flower Arrangement Classes 1. No more than 2 items per class 2. For information about exhibiting and judging flowers and house plants ask for “Preparing Cut Flowers and House Plants for Exhibit” at the Extension Office. 3. Plants will not be watered unless you include instructions with your entry. Class OH 1 OH 2 OH 3 OH 4 OH 5 OH 6 OH 7 OH 8 OH 9 OH 10 OH 11 OH 12 OH 13 OH 14 OH 15 OH 16 OH 17 OH 18 OH 19 OH 20

Class Name Garden Flower Spike – Use glass vases, no plastic Garden Flower Spray – Use glass vases, no plastic Garden Flower Stem – Use glass vases, no plastic Gone Wild – Arrangement of wild flowers Shoebooty – A plant or flower arrangements in a shoe or boot Green Thumb Arrangement – A predominately green arrangement Mini Me – Miniature arrangement under 6 inches high Fall Harvest – Arrangement of yellow and/or orange flowers Weathered Beauty – Fresh flowers with weathered wood Patriotic – Arrangement or container. Everything needs to be red, white or blue Kitchen Sunshine – Any kind of fresh flowers in kitchen container Rustic Arrangements – Arrangement of flowers in a rustic container Holiday Fair – Container must be a holiday container, ex. Christmas, Easter, etc. White on White – White Flowers, White Container Tea Time – Fresh flowers arranged in a tea pot Coffeemate – Fresh flowers arranged in a coffee mug or cup Home Grown Dried Arrangement House Plants Patio Plant Contain Flower Garden – This includes more than 1 plant in a container

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Home & Family Exhibits Section A: Foods All exhibits must be brought on a sturdy paper plate or cover cardboard in plastic bag. EACH CLASS MUST INCLUDE RECIPE. No more than 2 items per class. No cream cheese or item that needs refrigeration. A sample of baked goods will be displayed after judging and the remaining baked goods will be sold at the 4-H bake sale. 6. Preserved foods must include: a. Method of preservation b. Processed Time c. Date Processed d. Current UDSA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation methods must be used. (Check at County Extension Office for recommended practices or call ISU Hotline 1-800-262-3804 for current researched information.) Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label, vI-991201WB/SSA. e. All jars must be displayed without rings. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Class OF 1 OF 2 OF 3 OF 4 OF 5 OF 6 OF 7 OF 8 OF 9 OF 10 OF 11 OF 12 OF 13 OF 14 OF 15 OF 16 OF 17 OF 18 OF 19 OF 20 OF 21 OF 22 OF 23 OF 24

Class Name Yeast Bread (1 loaf) Bread Machine Loaf (1 loaf) Yeast Rolls (7 rolls) Quick Breads Fruit and Nut Breads (1 loaf or 7 muffins) Layer Cakes (1 cake with frosting) Cakes and Cupcakes (1 cake or 4 cupcakes) Decorated Cakes (judged on decorating only) Bar Cookies (7) Chocolate Chip Cookies (7) Drop Cookies (7) Refrigerator and Roll Out Cookies (7) Candy (7 pieces) Jams (1 clear sealed jar, not paraffin) Jellies (1 clear sealed jar, not paraffin) Preserves and Butters (1 clear sealed jar, not paraffin) Canned Fruits (1 clear sealed jar) Canned Vegetables (1 clear sealed jar) Canned Pickles (1 clear sealed jar) Canned Relishes (1 clear sealed jar) Dried Foods Pie (No cream pies) Other Food Entry â€“ Specify Fruit or Vegetable Sculptured Arrangements 97 97

Section B – Textiles and Clothing 1. All classes must indicate whether the article is original, kit or pattern. 2. No more than 2 items per class. (ex. OT 4a is 1 class and OT 4b is 1 class. You can bring 2 OT 4a’s and 2 OT 4b’s)

Class OT 1 OT 2 OT 3 OT 4

OT 5 OT 6

OT 7 OT 8 OT 9

OT 10

OT 11 OT 12 OT 13 OT 14 OT 15 OT 16 OT 17 OT 18 OT 19 OT 20

Class Name Needlework Embroidery Crewel Embroidery Counted Cross Stitch Embroidery a. Wall hanging e. Picture over 16x16 b. Picture 4x4 and Under f. Pillow Christmas c. Picture 10x10 and Under g. Other Counted Cross Stitch d. Picture 16x16 and Under Needlepoint Quilts (Include size on Entry Tag) a. Machine Quilted f. Applique Quilt b. Hand Quilted g. Mixed Techniques c. Machine Embroidery Quilt h. Tied Comforter d. Embroidery Quilt i. Other Quilts e. Patchwork Quilt Quilted Clothing Fleece Blanket Afghan a. Knitted b. Crocheted c. Other (Specify) Wall Hangings a. Framed d. Latchhook b. Unframed e. Other Wall Hanging c. Hoops Healthcare & Wellness Items (ex. Walker accessory, lap robe, receiving blanket, prayer shawl, etc…) Knitting Machine Knitting Crochet with Yarn Crochet with Thread Tatting Weaving (any item) Toddler Clothing Children’s Clothing Men’s Clothing

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OT 22 OT 23

OT 24

OT 25 OT 26 OT 27

OT 28

Womenâ€™s Clothing a. Blouse, top or shirt b. Shirt, short or slacks c. Casual Dress d. Formal Wear e. Jackets or Suits Holiday Sewing Pillows a. Quilted b. Pieced Fabric Crafts a. Stuffed Toys b. Rag Crafts c. Padded d. Jewelry Serger Sewing Novelties Home Decorating a. Curtains b. Tablecloths Accessories a. Purses b. Hat

f. Sweatshirts (decorated) g. Recycled Items h. Vests i. T-shirts j. Other (specify)

c. Crochet d. Other (specify) e. Doll Clothes f. Recycled Items g. Other (specify)

c. Appliance Covers d. Other (specify) c. Tote d. Other (specify

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Section C – Fine Arts 1. Indicate whether the article is an original design or from a pattern or kit. 2. No more than 2 Entries per class. (ex. OT 4a is 1 class and OT 4b is 1 class. You can bring 2 OT 4a’s and 2 OT 4b’s)

Class OA 1 OA 2 OA 3 OA 4 OA 5 OA 6 OA 7 OA 8 OA 9 OA 10 OA 11 OA 12 OA 13 OA 14

OA 15 OA 16 OA 17 OA 18 OA 19 OA 20 OA 21 OA 22 OA 23

OA 24

Class Name Ceramics Dolls Christmas Tree Ornaments Holiday Novelties Oil Painting Acrylic Painting Fabric Painting Stenciling Silk or Dried Flower Arrangements Holiday Wreaths Decorated Wreath Snowmen Angels Drawings a. Charcoal b. Pencil c. Other (specify) Creative Writing 1 page Scrapbook Layout – must have a page protector, no more than 2 exhibits 2 page Scrapbook Layout – must have page protectors, no more than 2 exhibits Theme Album – examples: baby album, Christmas album, friends album, dance album, etc. No more than 2 exhibits. Shadow Box Arrangement Cricut Creations – Cricut machine used to create this exhibit Decorative Soap Creative Cards – must be a set of 3 cards Creative Jewelry Set – any necklace, earrings, bracelets or a jewelry made by exhibitor, must have a tag attached to the jewelry with exhibitors name and phone number, all jewelry exhibits must be inside a small clear plastic bag. Other Arts and Crafts (specify)

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Section D – Photography 1. 2. 3. 4.

All photography entries must be a 5”x7” in size or larger The photo must be matted or framed. The picture itself must be at least 5”x7” No more than 2 per class Must indicate if picture is 35mm or digital Class Class Name OP 1 Black and White Animal photo OP 2 Black and White People photo OP 3 Black and White Still Life photo OP 4 Black and White Landscape photo OP 5 Color Animal photo OP 6 Color People photo OP 7 Color Still Life photo OP 8 Color Landscape photo OP 9 Sepia Photos OP 10 Digitally Enhanced – Any picture that has been changed in any manner with computer technology. OP 11 Trick Photo – A photo that gives the illusion of something that is not really there. These photos cannot be digitally enhanced. They must be natural illusions. OP 12 Series – A series is a group of three to five related photos that tell a story. Include a description of the photos. It should be mounted as one piece.

Section E – Woodworking Class OW 1 OW 2 OW 3 OW 4 OW 5 OW 6 OW 7 OW 8

Class Name Refinishing Wooden Articles Indoor Woodworking Outdoor Woodworking Wooden Toys Wood Carving Wood Burning Lawn Ornaments Other Woodworking

Go Green Community Challenge GO GREEN…any exhibit that helps the community 1. Must include a write up explaining why this exhibit is a go green community exhibit. 2. Please include pictures if this was an event or activity. 3. No more than 2 entries Examples: a recycled exhibit, a consumer management plan, community service project write up, energy savings plan, youth program, wellness items or activities, community garden, etc. Be Creative!! 4. Group projects are welcomed. 101 101

Jennie Bakker Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest In memory of Jennie Bakker, a founder of the Open Class Exhibit at the Grundy County Fair.

Tuesday, July 23rd, 2013 Superintendent:

Curt Bakker